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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $538-$753
Frontier
Wed 10/10Sat 10/20
MEX - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$693
Typical prices: $697-$1,003
Delta
Wed 12/19Wed 1/17
MEX - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 22m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 12% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $407 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Detroit (MEX-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mexico City to Detroit

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 20
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11:55 am - 5:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:51 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$313Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19
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11:55 am - 5:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:51 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$336Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:00 am - 9:32 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:00 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$336Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:00 am - 9:32 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:46 pm - 10:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$336Frontier
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:40 am - 7:31 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 51m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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8:45 am - 4:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
8h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$575Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:40 pm - 7:05 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 25mnonstop
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8:05 pm - 5:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$580Aeromexico
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:40 pm - 7:05 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 25mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 7:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
9h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$581Aeromexico
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:40 pm - 7:05 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 25mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 7:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
9h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$582Aeromexico
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:40 pm - 6:57 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 17mnonstop
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10:15 am - 7:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
11h 05m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$668Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:40 pm - 6:57 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 17mnonstop
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10:15 am - 7:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
10h 45m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$687Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $313. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $538 to $753. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $313 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $547 round-trip.
  • October ($693) and August ($691) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Mexico City to Detroit

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Aeromexico and MEX

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$165
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Mexico City to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Mexico City to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Aeromexico: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Mexico City and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Aeromexico: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $407 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $803 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$91 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Aeromexico. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $577 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $696, a difference of $119. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 28 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:40 pm and lands at 5:02 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:55 pm and lands at 6:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 22m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $621. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 22m, covering 1,822 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $313 to $2,258. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $371, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline operating Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 07m, compared with 7h 11m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 35m via Cancun (CUN).

  • What is the time difference between Mexico City and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 2 hours ahead of Mexico City (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $538 to $753, with an average of $621 over the past 12 months. Anything below $538 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • • Aeromexico
    • • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $577 - about $119 less than Sunday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mexico City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $547 round-trip in that month - typically $146 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $407 round-trip on this route - about $396 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Mexico City to Detroit?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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