Mexico City to Detroit flights
Direct and connecting flights from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Mexico City to Detroit take?
Flight time from Mexico City (MEX) to Detroit (DTW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Mexico City to Detroit?
Airline availability for MEX to DTW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Mexico City to Detroit?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MEX to DTW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines40
- AerolitoralNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Aerolitoral | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MEX → DTW
MEX to DTW is a medium-haul route of 2,933 km (1,822 mi). See the return DTW → MEX route.
Alternative airports near Mexico City: Toluca (TLC) — 53 km, Cuernavaca (CVJ) — 70 km, Puebla (PBC) — 80 km.
Alternative airports near Detroit: Detroit (YIP) — 15 km, Ann Arbor (ARB) — 32 km, Windsor (YQG) — 33 km.