Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Detroit three hours ahead of Seattle.
You can choose from 52 weekly Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 23:15.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SEA to DTW flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Detroit (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that operates SEA to DTW flights. An impressive 92.61% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SEA and DTW:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Denver 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 found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight is $87. A return fare is currently $151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from SEA to DTW, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're landing on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near DTW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Detroit and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Detroit in February.
When booking your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Detroit. Around 386 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 257 kilometers south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
