Travelling from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Detroit is 5 hours behind Milan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Milan to DTW.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Milan to DTW departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is roughly 48 kilometres from central Milan. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Split up your flight from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and DTW are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 58 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not book an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to DTW:
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan 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 central Detroit. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 27 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 8 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
C$367 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Return flights start from C$705. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get flight tickets from Milan to DTW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting flight tickets from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Detroit in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Milan to DTW, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Detroit is to check out its top attractions. Some highlights include Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station.
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