Travelling from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Seoul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Around 13 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-4, which is 13 hours behind Seoul. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
Take your pick of 7 direct services a week between Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). This is the busiest route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 9:35am departure from ICN to DTW.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seoul to DTW, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can find a direct flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Book your direct flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers services from ICN.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines from ICN to DTW.
With a reliable 83.61% of services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Seoul to DTW with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ICN and DTW include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
54.5% of flights taking off from Incheon International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). A major connection between Gimpo International Airport and DTW, it's a great opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Consider transport options and potential delays when working out the quickest route to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seoul to DTW flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.94%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Have a late flight from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near DTW and fast-forward to bedtime:
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For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Seoul 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
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to the centre of Detroit is roughly 29 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
RM1,535 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Return flights start from RM2,917. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Seoul to DTW, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Detroit. August is when most people book flights from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Seoul to DTW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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