Travelling from Gainesville Airport (GNV) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Gainesville.
To ensure you catch your GNV to DTW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like November? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GNV and DTW include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gainesville Airport (GNV) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$330 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start at $649. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from GNV to DTW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from GNV to DTW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about Gainesville Airport (GNV)
You'll find GNV at 3400 Northeast 39th Avenue.
84% of flights leaving Gainesville Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of GNV.
Gainesville Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Gainesville. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near GNV? If you're boarding an early flight from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Consider booking a hotel near DTW if you're taking a late Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and discover more of Detroit and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Detroit Wayne County Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Gainesville Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GNV to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Detroit, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 386 kilometres west to Chicago to check off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Columbus, about 257 kilometres south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are key highlights.
