Madison to Detroit (IMS–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IMS–DTW has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Detroit from Madison
| Metric | IMS→DTW | SDF→DTW | CVG→DTW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IMS | – | 43 mi | 47 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 7 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | 81 | 121 |
Travel Essentials
IMS: EDT · DTW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Madison, it's 6:00 PM in Detroit.
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.
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.
IMS–DTW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Lexington (LEX).