Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Kansas City.
Each week, there are 38 Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, go for the 06:00 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:00 with Spirit Airlines.
Your MCI to DTW flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Detroit (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MCI to DTW flights. A dependable 87.62% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MCI and DTW include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Right now, ₹ 5,807 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 36,035. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MCI to DTW by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MCI to DTW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.34% of flights that take off from MCI arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MCI:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DTW if you're catching a late Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Detroit and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCI to DTW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Detroit, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 386 kilometres west to Chicago to check off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.