Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Phoenix is three hours behind Detroit and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are 61 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, go for the 06:10 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:29 with Frontier Airlines.
Your DTW to PHX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Phoenix (and then other destinations in United States) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DTW to PHX flights. A dependable 91.38% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DTW and PHX:
Kansas City International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Currently, 51 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 106 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DTW to PHX by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DTW to PHX.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
75.1% of flights that depart Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DTW:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider booking a hotel close to PHX if you're taking a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car and discover Phoenix and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to the centre of Phoenix has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to PHX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its top sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Las Vegas, roughly 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are key reasons to visit.