Travelling from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Lexington and Detroit have the same timezone (UTC-4).
Each week, there are 27 flights from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 06:10 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from LEX to DTW is 21:45 with Delta Air Lines.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LEX and DTW are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 188 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 294 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To snag cheap tickets from LEX to DTW, reserve your trip 4 months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LEX to DTW. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
Blue Grass Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Lexington. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near LEX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at 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 Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 27 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 8 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Blue Grass Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LEX to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LEX to DTW, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are top attractions which should be on every Detroit itinerary.
Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Detroit escape.