Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Milan: what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is 5 hours ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from DTW to Milan, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from DTW to Milan, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can enter Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your flight tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit, DTW can be reached in approximately 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Milan
C$427 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$939. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DTW to Milan if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 53 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BGY. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from DTW to Milan at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan. To skip the crowds, head for Milan in February when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from DTW to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Milan, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are top attractions which should feature on every Milan itinerary.
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