Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Detroit, MI, United States · DTW
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| McNamara Terminal (Concourses A & B) | Delta Air Lines, Air France, KLM, WestJet |
| North Terminal (Concourses C & D) | Southwest, American, United, Spirit, Frontier, Alaska |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft from designated zones outside each terminal. Expect $35–55 to Downtown Detroit (25 miles).
- Taxi: Available at lower-level exits. Metered; expect $45–60 to downtown Detroit or Windsor.
- SMART Bus / Smart Ride: SMART Bus route 261 connects DTW to Dearborn and Detroit for $2. Smart Ride on-demand shuttle also serves the metro area.
- Hotel Shuttles: Multiple hotels in the area run 24/7 free shuttles from the ground transportation level.
- Car Rental: On-site rental facility accessible via people mover from McNamara and shuttle from North Terminal.
Airport Lounge Directory
| Lounge | Location | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Sky Club – Concourse A | McNamara Terminal (A) | Delta Sky Club membership, Amex Platinum/Reserve (limited visits) |
| Delta Sky Club – Concourse B | McNamara Terminal (B) | Delta Sky Club membership, Amex Platinum/Reserve (limited visits) |
| McNamara Sky Club | McNamara Terminal | Delta Sky Club membership |
| American Admirals Club | North Terminal | Admirals Club membership, Citi AAdvantage Executive card |
Pro Tips for DTW Travelers
- McNamara Terminal's length is no joke — the moving walkways are essential; stand right or walk left.
- Delta dominates DTW; if you're a Delta loyalist, the Sky Club access in both Concourse A and B is very convenient for connections.
- The underground tram in McNamara Terminal connects Concourses A and B quickly — use it over the surface walkway.
- Detroit winters are severe; check runway deicing delays which frequently add 20–40 minutes to departure times December–March.
- North Terminal feels cramped compared to McNamara — allow extra time if going through security there.
- DTW is the closest major airport to Windsor, Ontario — international travelers sometimes use DTW instead of YQG.
- Parking at the economy lots E and F is the most affordable long-term option (~$11/day).
Know Before You Land — DTW Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Detroit.
- Confirm which terminal your airline uses — Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport has 2 terminals and inter-terminal transfers may take 15–30 minutes.
- No direct rail link — rideshare is the most flexible option. Uber/Lyft from designated zones outside each terminal. Expect $35–55 to Downtown Detroit (25 miles).
- Renting a car? On-site rental facility accessible via people mover from McNamara and shuttle from North Terminal.
- Amex Platinum/Centurion holders: Delta Sky Club – Concourse A (McNamara Terminal (A)), Delta Sky Club – Concourse B (McNamara Terminal (B)).
- Delta Air Lines hub: expect higher flight frequency and stronger upgrade/standby availability for Delta Air Lines elite members.
- North Terminal feels cramped compared to McNamara — allow extra time if going through security there.