Detroit to Chicago Flight Tickets
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About Detroit - Chicago Flights
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Detroit has 3 airports, while Chicago has 6 airports. Compare flights between all airports to find the best deal.
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Detroit and Chicago - Airport Transportation
Coleman A. Young International Airport (DET)
How to Get to the Airport
Taxi: You can reach Coleman A. Young International Airport by taxi from downtown Detroit. You can board from central points like Cadillac Square or Campus Martius. Travel time is 10-20 minutes, and taxis operate 24 hours.
Uber/Lyft (App-Based Vehicle): You can use Uber or Lyft apps from downtown Detroit (e.g., Washington Blvd) to reach the airport. Travel time is 10-20 minutes depending on traffic, and the service is active 24 hours.
Rental Car: You can reach the airport with a rented car from car rental offices in downtown Detroit. Travel time is approximately 10-15 minutes, and rental car offices generally operate between 07:00-22:00.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
How to Get to the Airport
Bus: You can reach the airport by taking the SMART 261 bus line from stops at Cadillac Square or Michigan Ave. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Buses depart every 30-60 minutes.
Taxi: You can reach the airport by calling a taxi from hotel or street stops in the city center. The travel time varies between 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Uber/Lyft Apps: You can call a vehicle to the airport from any location in the city center using Uber or Lyft apps. The journey typically takes 20-30 minutes, and the service is available 24/7.
Airport Shuttle Services: To go from the city center to the airport, you can make a reservation in advance with services like Detroit Cars & Airport Shuttle and board from hotels or central points. The journey takes about 25-35 minutes.
Car Rental: By renting a car in the city center, you can reach the airport via the I-94 highway. The travel time varies between 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From Airport to City Center
Metro/Train: The CTA Blue Line Train is the most convenient option for transportation from O'Hare International Airport to downtown Chicago. The airport station is directly connected to Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Access from Terminal 5 is possible via a free shuttle train. The journey takes approximately 40-45 minutes. Services operate 24 hours a day, with trains running every 5-10 minutes during peak hours.
Bus (CTA and Private Shuttles): Buses connecting O'Hare Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5 operate routes to downtown. The journey time varies between 45-60 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Services run every 15-30 minutes and generally operate from 5:00 AM to 11:45 PM.
Taxi: Official taxi stands at O'Hare are located at each terminal exit and provide direct transportation to downtown. The journey time varies between 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi services are available 24 hours a day.
Airport App-Based Rides (Uber/Lyft): Apps like Uber and Lyft operate in designated pickup areas at O'Hare. Journey time and cost can vary based on traffic and demand.
Car Rental: Various car rental companies are available at the airport. Car rental options can be arranged at offices located at terminal exits or at rental centers accessible via shuttle services.