Detroit to Mexico City (DTW–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–MEX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 1,822 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM | 7 | 319 | 4h55 | SkyTeam | AM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 4:00 PM in Mexico City.
US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
DTW–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to MEX
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DTW to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to MEX ranges from 4 hours 55 minutes to 5 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,822 miles (2,933 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 27 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via PVR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.