Travelling from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Frankfurt. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 11:50am. Opt for the first FRA to DTW departure with Delta Air Lines at 9:50am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to DTW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be booked from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates services from FRA.
Lufthansa is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FRA to DTW.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta has the best record for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Frankfurt to DTW leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
74% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Frankfurt to DTW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Frankfurt Hahn Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as planned.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near DTW:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
DTW is located at 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 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Rs104,322 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts from Rs178,143. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to DTW.
The best month for landing cheap Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Frankfurt to DTW.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Plan your visit to Detroit in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to DTW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are must-visits when exploring Detroit.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Detroit. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Cleveland is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. No journey is complete without visiting Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
