Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Detroit 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at 06:00 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The latest departure is the 21:15 option with United Airlines. In total, there are 646 services every week from ORD to DTW.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ORD and DTW include:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
Lansing Capital Region International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is R 903. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,806. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from ORD to DTW by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from ORD to DTW is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ORD? If you're on an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late flight from O'Hare International Airport 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 relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DTW:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to the centre of Detroit takes around 27 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 8 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Detroit in February.
Book your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to go to Detroit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to DTW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
More about Detroit
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Detroit right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from ORD to DTW:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are must-visits when exploring Detroit.
Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Detroit stay.