Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Detroit, Michigan KDTW #18 US airport by passengers

Romulus, Michigan, southwest of downtown Detroit. The airport is run by the Wayne County Airport Authority.

FAA status
No delays reported Updated 1 min ago
Weather now
VFR 57°F Observed 5 h ago
Late departures
22.3%May 2026 to July 2026
Security line
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DTW at a glance

DTW has two terminals, the McNamara Terminal and the Evans Terminal. McNamara has Concourses A, B and C, and Evans has Concourse D. Each parking garage connects to its terminal by a temperature-controlled skywalk.

Parking rates are the main cost decision here. The McNamara Garage is closest to the McNamara Terminal, and the Big Blue Deck is closest to the Evans Terminal. Long-term parking is cheaper than short-term parking, but the difference in daily caps is small.

Main airlines: Delta has its main operation in the McNamara Terminal, Concourse A. Southwest and other airlines also fly from DTW. Check your booking to confirm your terminal and concourse.

FAA delay status for DTW

The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at DTW right now.

Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 1 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.

Current conditions at DTW

VFR

57°F14°C

Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.

Wind
080° 5 mph
Visibility
9 mi
Clouds
FEW 8,000 ft, BKN 11,000 ft, BKN 25,000 ft
Ceiling
11,000 ft
Pressure
30.25 inHg

METARMETAR KDTW 101153Z 08004KT 9SM FEW080 BKN110 BKN250 14/11 A3025 RMK AO2 SLP244 T01390111 10144 20133 53007 $

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 5 h ago.

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On-time performance at DTW

Based on 30,430 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.

22.3%Departures late
20.2%Arrivals late
1.78%Cancelled
17.4 minAverage departure delay
On-time performance by airline at DTW
AirlineDeparturesLateCancelled
Delta Air Lines 16,067 22.0% 1.85%
SkyWest Airlines 7,060 21.0% 0.79%
Republic Airways 1,748 14.8% 3.43%
American Airlines 1,243 19.8% 1.69%
Southwest Airlines 1,175 41.4% 0.51%
Frontier Airlines 978 29.8% 1.02%

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.

Late departures by month

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Terminals

McNamara Terminal

Concourses A, B and C. Delta flies from Concourse A, and Delta Sky Clubs are here. The Express Tram runs end to end inside Concourse A only.

Evans Terminal

Concourse D. The Lufthansa Senator Lounge is in the Evans Terminal, between gates D6 and D8.

Moving between terminals

The Terminal to Terminal shuttle links McNamara and Evans and stops at the Westin Hotel at the McNamara Terminal. Shuttles leave about every 10 minutes from the ground transportation centers and the Westin Hotel entrance. The Express Tram only runs within Concourse A.

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Getting to and from DTW

  • Shuttle

    Terminal to Terminal shuttle

    Connects McNamara and Evans terminals, with a stop at the Westin Hotel. Shuttles leave about every 10 minutes from the ground transportation centers.

  • Rideshare and taxi

    Ground transportation centers

    Rideshare and taxi pickup is at the ground transportation centers. Check the airport's ground transportation page for the current pickup area.

  • Rental car

    Rental car center

    Check the airport's ground transportation page for the current rental car shuttle and location.

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Tips for DTW

  • The McNamara Garage is closest to the McNamara Terminal, so use it if you fly Delta from Concourse A.
  • Use the Big Blue Deck and the Evans Terminal together if your airline is in Concourse D.
  • Call 800-642-1978 for the latest parking availability before you drive out.
  • The Terminal to Terminal shuttle runs about every 10 minutes, so switching between McNamara and Evans takes little planning.
  • Use the Terminal Station on the Express Tram for check-in, baggage claim and ground transportation in one stop.

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Detroit Metro?

McNamara short-term has a 24-hour maximum of $44, and Big Blue Deck short-term is $43. Long-term is $32 at McNamara and $23 at the Big Blue Deck. The Green Lot is a flat $20 per day, credit card only.

Which garage is closest to my terminal at DTW?

The McNamara Garage is closest to the McNamara Terminal, and the Big Blue Deck is closest to the Evans Terminal. Each garage connects to its terminal by a temperature-controlled skywalk.

Is Wi-Fi free at DTW?

Yes. Connect to the Detroit Airport network and open a browser to sign in.

Which lounges are at DTW?

Delta Sky Clubs are in McNamara Concourse A. The Lufthansa Senator Lounge is in Evans Terminal, and there is an armed services lounge called the Freedom Center in the McNamara Terminal.

Can I walk between McNamara and Evans?

No. The two terminals are separate buildings, so use the Terminal to Terminal shuttle, which runs about every 10 minutes.

Is there EV charging at DTW?

Yes. EV parking stations are at the McNamara and Big Blue Deck garages at no additional cost.

Where does the Express Tram stop in Concourse A?

It has three stations: Terminal Station near gates A29 to A55, where check-in, baggage claim and ground transportation are, plus South Station near gates A1 to A28 and North Station near gates A56 to A78.

Is there a hotel at DTW?

Yes. The Westin Hotel is at the McNamara Terminal, and the Terminal to Terminal shuttle stops there.

Is there a lounge for military travelers at DTW?

Yes. The Freedom Center is an armed services lounge in the McNamara Terminal, open to eligible military travelers.

How busy is DTW?

About 16,294,768 passengers boarded flights at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 18 among US airports.

How often are flights late at DTW?

Over May 2026 to July 2026, 22.3% of departures at DTW left 15 or more minutes late, and 1.78% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).

Guide content last reviewed October 8, 2026. Report a correction