Traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Memphis International Airport (MEM): what you need to know
A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport takes on average 1 hour 57 minutes. The timezone in Memphis is UTC-5, which makes it 1 hour behind Detroit.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport start at 06:10 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest flight in the day is the 20:50 option with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can choose from 27 services every week between DTW and MEM.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Delta Air Lines is your ticket to exploring Memphis (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between DTW and MEM:
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport is AED 273. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 360. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from DTW to MEM by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flight tickets from DTW to MEM every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Traveling from central Detroit to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DTW:
Arriving at Memphis International Airport (MEM)
If you have a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MEM:
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Memphis International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from the center of Memphis. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Memphis in April.
Book your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Memphis International Airport for July if you want to visit Memphis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to MEM in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Memphis
Start your Memphis trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from DTW to MEM, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio are must-visits when exploring Memphis.
Complete your Memphis trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Memphis International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Memphis stay.
