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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Information

Introduction

Located less than a 30-minute drive southwest of Detroit, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport has recently undergone major construction, with the addition of a vast new terminal encompassing almost 100 gates, a new airport hotel, a second major entrance road and a new parking area.

Airport parking at Detroit

each of Detroit Metro Airport's three terminals - the McNamara, Smith and Berry terminals - has its own parking area, affording convenient access to each of the buildings. The three parking areas provide a total of almost 17,000 parking spaces, with economy parking in the Big Blue Deck and Yellow Lot, and long-term and short-term areas located within walking distance of the terminals. The Big Blue Deck is a convenient parking option for the Smith Terminal and it has 4,100 economy parking spaces and a long-term parking area. The Smith car park has additional long-term and short-term parking. The McNamara parking facility encompasses long-term, short-term and valet parking options and features a pedestrian walkway connecting it with the terminal building. The Yellow Lot is located within walking distance of the Berry Terminal and has 700 economy parking spaces, while there is a short-term parking area situated closer to the terminal building. Courtesy shuttle services provide transportation to the terminals as an alternative to walking.

Getting to and from Detroit

Detroit Metro Airport is located roughly 20 miles from Detroit City and is easily accessible by car. Amtrak trains run to Ann Arbor and Dearborn stations, with the latter located approximately 12 miles from the airport. Alternative transport options include taxis and buses. SMART buses are available from outside the Smith Terminal, close to the Ground Transportation offices.

Amenities at Detroit Metro Airport

Detroit Metro Airport boasts a comprehensive array of customer services and facilities, with ATMs and money exchange counters situated in all terminals and wireless internet service available in the McNamara Terminal. Baby changing rooms and children's play facilities can be found at various points throughout the airport.

Lost property facilities are located in all terminals, as are shops and eateries, though the bulk of these can be found in the McNamara Terminal. Business services are provided in two of the airport hotels, the Westin Detroit Metropolitan and the Detroit Airport Marriot. Disabled passengers are well catered for at Detroit Metro Airport, with toilets, telephones and lifts specifically designed for the handicapped.

For airport or local information, consult one of the green-clad agents at the customer service points distributed around the airport.