Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when searching for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Fort Lauderdale. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), with 39 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from FLL to DTW is the 6am Delta Air Lines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 8:35pm with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to DTW. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can find a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport leaving from FLL.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines from FLL to DTW.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.12% of its services reaching their destination on time.
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Consider staying in a hotel near DTW if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Detroit and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Detroit. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is R 888. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,775. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to DTW, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Detroit. August is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to DTW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Detroit to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Detroit
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Detroit right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:
Your visit to Detroit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Detroit, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres south to Columbus to tick off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cleveland is another standout destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres south-east of Detroit. No trip is complete without visiting Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
