Travelling from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Sacramento's main airport, Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Check out the options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) leaving from this base.
4 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You can pick from 6 direct services each week. Delta Air Lines operates a 11:05pm departure between SMF and DTW.
Your flight from Sacramento to DTW won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) depart from this terminal.
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport leaving from SMF.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Delta between SMF and DTW.
Delta ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 90.2% of its services landing on schedule.
SMF is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF land on time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to DTW flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton will have a room for you.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 59%.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Central Detroit is around 32 kilometres from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is RM687. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,328. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sacramento to DTW if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Visit Detroit in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Sacramento to DTW plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are top attractions which should feature on any good Detroit itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Detroit, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Columbus to tick off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, head for Cleveland, roughly 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are key reasons to visit.
