Traveling from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
3 hours 48 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Phoenix and operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
There are 60 flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport weekly. Jump on the 05:01 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you'd like to leave later, the latest flight from PHX to DTW is 23:59.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the PHX - DTW route are:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is C$82. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$179. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flight tickets from PHX to DTW, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 34 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your break? Stay near PHX. Whether you're on an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Reserve a hotel close to DTW if you're taking a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the center of Detroit. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 27 minutes.
It typically takes 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Detroit in February.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from PHX to DTW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from PHX to DTW, explore our hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are top attractions which should feature on every Detroit itinerary.
Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
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