Travelling from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 25 minutes.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, making Detroit four hours ahead of Anchorage.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ANC to DTW flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Detroit (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a cinch with Delta. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Delta tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ANC and DTW include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Anchorage International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from ANC arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
To get to Anchorage International Airport from central Anchorage, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ANC? If you're boarding an early flight from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're landing on a late Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near DTW:
Follow your own route with a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and chase adventure across Detroit and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
From Detroit Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Anchorage International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ANC to DTW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Detroit, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

