Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is 4 hours 49 minutes. Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, making Mexico City 2 hours behind Detroit.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport start at 08:30 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last flight of the day is the 13:50 service with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 10 weekly services between DTW and MEX.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to check out the sights in Mexico City — and maybe even more of Mexico if your schedule allows.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DTW and MEX are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is 104 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 294 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DTW to MEX.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from DTW to MEX. There's no need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can be reached in about 27 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DTW:
Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MEX:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 57 minutes.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Mexico City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to MEX in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from DTW to MEX, explore our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Zocalo, Day trip from Mexico city to Teotihuacan (Self-Guided walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Chapultepec Park are leading attractions which should be on every Mexico City itinerary.
Complete your Mexico City trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Benito Juarez International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Mexico City stay.
