Abu Dhabi to Detroit (AUH–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

AUH Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
On-time Some delays Frequent delays
Connecting Flight Schedule 18 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between AUH and DTW. Nearest airports to AUH with scheduled service: Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 45 mi) · Al Ain International Airport (AAN, 62 mi) · Dubai International Airport (DXB, 72 mi)
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
BOS Boston 16h 16m EY → AFAMB6 Boston (BOS) to Detroit flights
ORD Chicago 16h 23m EY → AAACAF Chicago (ORD) to Detroit flights
YYZ Toronto 16h 43m ACEY → AAACAF Toronto (YYZ) to Detroit flights
AMM Amman 17h 5m 3LEYMU → RJ Amman (AMM) to Detroit flights
CLT Charlotte 17h 9m EY → AAAFAM Charlotte (CLT) to Detroit flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 17h 13m EYGA → AFDLKL Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Detroit flights
IAD Dulles 17h 36m EYGF → AFAMAV Dulles (IAD) to Detroit flights
AMS Amsterdam 17h 42m EYGA → AFDLSV Amsterdam (AMS) to Detroit flights
IST Istanbul 17h 49m EYGAJU → TK Istanbul (IST) to Detroit flights
MUC Munich 18h 5m DEEYGA → AFDLVS Munich (MUC) to Detroit flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Abu Dhabi to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-8h behind

While no nonstop service exists between AUH and DTW, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to DTW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
BOS ~16h 16m ORD ~16h 23m YYZ ~16h 43m AMM ~17h 5m CLT ~17h 9m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,759
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
AUH → DTW
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
Return
DTW → AUH
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DTW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-8h
Detroit is 8 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · DTW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 10:00 AM in Detroit.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

Getting from DTW

DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.

Detroit Climate

Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.

Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

AUH–DTW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Detroit route.
Route details
Time difference-8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: AUH
Full nameZayed International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to DTW flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Boston Logan, Chicago O'Hare and Toronto Pearson.
Detroit is 8 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Chicago O'Hare and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.