Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Pittsburgh.
You can choose from 38 weekly Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 18:30.
To ensure you catch your PIT to DTW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Detroit (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that operates PIT to DTW flights, with 79.73% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PIT and DTW:
Pearson International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
RM332 is currently the best price for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start at RM863. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from PIT to DTW by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
76.88% of flights that take off from Pittsburgh International Airport reach their destination on time.
Pittsburgh International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Pittsburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near PIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Follow your own route with a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and find adventure across Detroit and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
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 the centre of Detroit has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Detroit. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PIT to DTW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Detroit is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Columbus is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south of Detroit. No journey is complete without dropping by Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.