Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, identified as DTW and KDTW, is the main large airport serving Detroit in the United States. Set at an elevation of 645 feet (197 m), it is a major gateway for both domestic and international travel in southeast Michigan. For visitors, that means a full-scale airport designed to handle heavy traffic, with the services and infrastructure expected from a busy metropolitan hub. Local time follows the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, pickup plans, or onward connections.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, identified as DTW and KDTW, is the main large airport serving Detroit in the United States. Set at an elevation of 645 feet (197 m), it is a major gateway for both domestic and international travel in southeast Michigan. For visitors, that means a full-scale airport designed to handle heavy traffic, with the services and infrastructure expected from a busy metropolitan hub. Local time follows the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, pickup plans, or onward connections.
Overview
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, identified as DTW and KDTW, is the main large airport serving Detroit in the United States. Set at an elevation of 645 feet (197 m), it is a major gateway for both domestic and international travel in southeast Michigan. For visitors, that means a full-scale airport designed to handle heavy traffic, with the services and infrastructure expected from a busy metropolitan hub. Local time follows the America/Detroit time zone, which is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, pickup plans, or onward connections.
Airfield at a glance
- Large airport serving Detroit, United States
- Time zone: America/Detroit
- Elevation: 645 ft (197 m)
- Six lighted runways with paved or concrete surfaces
- Longest runway: 04R/22L at 12,003 ft
- Official website: http://www.metroairport.com/
Why this matters for travellers
DTW’s runway system is extensive, with six lighted runways including 03L/21R, 03R/21L, 04L/22R, 04R/22L, 09L/27R, and 09R/27L. Their substantial lengths, ranging from 8,500 to 12,003 feet, support operations in a wide variety of aircraft and weather conditions, which is reassuring for travellers concerned about reliability. In practical terms, a large, well-equipped airfield can help support smoother arrivals, departures, and connections, especially during busy travel periods.
Before you go
For the most accurate and current information, travellers should check the official airport website before leaving for the airport. It is the best place to confirm flight updates, airport services, directions, parking details, and other day-of-travel information. If you are coordinating with friends, family, or a hotel transfer, remembering that DTW runs on Detroit local time can also help avoid simple but costly timing mistakes.
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FAQ
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, United States (North America), at coordinates 42.210°, -83.360°.
- Its IATA code is DTW and its ICAO code is KDTW.
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport serves Detroit, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport operates on America/Detroit local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport sits at latitude 42.210° and longitude -83.360°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from DTW. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for DTW is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from DTW on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Detroit, Michigan, 48242, United States, the phone number is +1 734-247-7678, the official website is http://www.metroairport.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.