Mexico City to Detroit (MEX–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEX–DTW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 1,822 miles in approximately 4h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM | 7 | 319 | 4h18 | – | SkyTeam | AF, AM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Detroit from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→DTW | QRO→DTW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 6 |
| Flight time | 4h 18m | 4h 12m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · DTW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 8:00 PM in Detroit.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
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.
MEX–DTW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to DTW
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MEX to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to DTW ranges from 4 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,822 miles (2,933 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 27 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SLP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Querétaro (QRO).