Flying from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Montreal and Detroit (where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), with 25 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from YUL to DTW is the 6am Delta Air Lines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 6:20pm with Air Canada.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Montreal to DTW. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can find a direct flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
When taking off from YUL, you can take a direct flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta Air Lines.
The top choice among passengers flying between YUL and DTW is Delta.
Delta is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 73.74% of its services reaching their destination on time.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, data shows 67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kms (14 miles) from central Montreal. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Montreal to DTW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, central Detroit is around 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Currently, £149 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £247. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Montreal to DTW, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is when most people book flights from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Visit Detroit in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Montreal to DTW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Detroit to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are top attractions which should be on every Detroit itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Detroit, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kms (160 miles) south to Columbus to check off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Cleveland, about 161 kms (100 miles) southeast of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are among its highlights.
