Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Buffalo.
Flights from BUF to DTW start from 06:05 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 18:20 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, there are 37 weekly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BUF to DTW flight.
Traveling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines is your ticket to exploring Detroit (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating BUF to DTW flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services land without delay 71.36% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUF and DTW:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Right now, $73 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $148. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BUF to DTW, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BUF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Book a hotel close to DTW if you're catching a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
The street address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Detroit. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you want to visit Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to DTW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Detroit, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 386 kilometers west to Chicago to tick off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Columbus, roughly 257 kilometers south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are the start of reasons to visit.