Travelling from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Approximately 9 hours 22 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Detroit is 5 hours behind Frankfurt. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 10:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from FRA to DTW is with Delta at 11:40.
Get to 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 likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) operate from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta. This well-known airline operates services from FRA.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Frankfurt to DTW with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FRA and DTW include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is around 14 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Looking to fly out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)? You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from this hub.
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to DTW are offered by Delta.
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and DTW include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to DTW, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 27 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
RM1,612 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Return flights start from RM2,335. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to DTW.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Detroit, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt to DTW for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Detroit to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Detroit
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Detroit:
One of the best ways to get to know Detroit is to visit its top sights. Essential stops include Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station.
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Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Detroit and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Frankfurt to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.