DTWDetroit·Detroit Metro Wayne Co·Detroit, United States
Recommended minimum40 minutes
Concourses
2
McNamara Terminal (Concourses A, B, C), North Terminal (Concourse A/B, non-Delta carriers)
Max Transit
25m
via tram
Avg. Security
15m
~8m with PreCheck
Primary Hub
Delta Air Lines
Domestic → Domestic
35min
Domestic → International
45min
International → Domestic
60min
International → International
60min
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Within McNamara Terminal, the Express Tram glides above the concourses connecting A, B, and C in just a few minutes, and moving walkways line the concourses for those who skip it. Getting to or from the North Terminal requires an inter-terminal shuttle bus (5-10 minutes plus wait time) and a full walk through security again since it's landside-connected only. International arrivals at McNamara clear Federal Inspection Services before continuing to connecting flights.
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Low risk
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High risk
Tram-linked concourses make Delta hub connections seamless
Two-terminal layout separates Delta/SkyTeam from other carriers
Efficient FIS for international arrivals
Generally underrated for a major hub's ease of transfer
Delta Air Lines
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at DTW?

Still under the 35-minute domestic MCT, risky even with the tram. See full 30 min guide →

Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at DTW?

Solid buffer for domestic-domestic and meets the domestic-to-international MCT. See full 45 min guide →

Is 1 hour enough for a layover at DTW?

Meets the international arrival MCT with customs clearance factored in. See full 1 hr guide →

Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at DTW?

Ample time for any connection type including North Terminal transfers. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at DTW?

Very comfortable, covers slow FIS processing or peak security lines. See full 1½ hr guide →

Is 2 hours enough for a layover at DTW?

Plenty of time even for a North Terminal connection with a meal stop. See full 2 hr guide →

Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at DTW?

Long enough to relax at a Delta Sky Club before boarding. See full 2½ hr guide →

Is 3 hours enough for a layover at DTW?

Excessive for DTW's efficient layout unless flights are heavily delayed. See full 3 hr guide →

Is 4 hours enough for a layover at DTW?

Far more time than needed at this well-organized hub. See full 4 hr guide →

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