Traveling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 4 hours 17 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Detroit 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Every week, there are 52 flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 05:30 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from SEA to DTW is 23:15 with Delta Air Lines.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between SEA and DTW:
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is C$142. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$302. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SEA to DTW.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Traveling from central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes approximately 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Consider staying in a hotel near DTW if you're on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Check in to one of these 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 central 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 when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Detroit. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you want to explore Detroit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SEA to DTW around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Detroit
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Detroit right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from SEA to DTW:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are essential stops on your Detroit itinerary.
Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Detroit stay.
