Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 15m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is an international airport serving Detroit and its surrounding metropolitan area, in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located approximately 18 miles (29 km) southwest of Detroit city center, in Romulus, a suburb of Detroit. It is by far Michigan's busiest airport, with 10 times as many enplanements and deplanements as the next busiest, Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, and more than all other airports in the state combined.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KDTWNOTAMs
KDTWReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (6)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04R / 22L | 12,003 ft / 3,659 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 03R / 21L | 10,001 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 04L / 22R | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 09L / 27R | 8,708 ft / 2,654 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 03L / 21R | 8,501 ft / 2,591 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 09R / 27L | 8,500 ft / 2,591 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.575 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.675 MHz |
| CLD | PRE TAXI CLNC | 120.650 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 118.575 MHz |
| GND | GND | 119.250 MHz |
| RDO | LANSING RDO | 115.700 MHz |
| TWR | METRO TWR | 118.400 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Security wait times are approximately 2 minutes at Evans Terminal and 4 minutes at McNamara Terminal.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Diverse vector area / other (2)
Showing 16 of 110 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| DETROIT CLASS B AREA H | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 10% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52% | -1,367 ft | |
| Feb | 60% | -1,311 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | -687 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | 0 ft | |
| May | 81% | 764 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 1,544 ft | |
| Jul | 87% | 1,758 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | 1,613 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | 1,127 ft | |
| Oct | 77% | 322 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | -621 ft | |
| Dec | 52% | -978 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,367–1,758 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 623 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 627 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 617 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 640 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 604 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 571 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
The ICAO code for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is KDTW, and its IATA code is DTW.
Where is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport located?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is large airport located in Detroit, United States, at an elevation of 645 ft (197 m).
How many runways does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport has 6 runways, the longest being 12,003 ft / 3,659 m.
Which airlines fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Airlines historically serving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 23 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Historical data lists 134 nonstop destinations from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is in the America/Detroit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 7.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
The nearest airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Willow Run Airport (YIP), about 8 nm to the w, followed by Belleville Airport and Canton-Plymouth-Mettetal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.