Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Parking
Detroit, MI · DTW · 34.0M passengers/year
Parking Near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
DTW is Delta's second largest hub and has extensive well-organized parking. On-airport Blue Deck and Red Deck parking runs $18–24/day. Off-airport lots on Middlebelt Rd and Vining Rd run $7–13/day. Book 48 hours ahead for weekday departures. The McNamara Terminal is one of the nicest and most modern in the US.
Short-Term vs Long-Term Parking at DTW
Short-Term Parking
Short-term parking in McNamara and North Terminal garages starts at $3/20 min. Direct access to terminal via covered walkways.
Long-Term & Economy Parking
Blue and Red economy decks run $18–24/day on-airport. Off-airport lots run $7–13/day. DTW has some of the most affordable off-airport parking of any major hub.
Best & Worst Parking at DTW
✅ Best Options
Off-airport lots on Middlebelt Rd and Vining Rd run $7–13/day — best value with free 24-hour shuttles. On-airport Blue and Red decks at $18–24/day for staying on-property.
⚠️ Avoid
Express parking closest to McNamara terminal can run $35+/day during heavy periods.
Getting to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Without a Car
DTW has limited public transit. SMART Bus Route 261 connects to Detroit's downtown transit center but is slow and infrequent. Most travelers drive or use rideshare ($35–50 from downtown Detroit).
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Terminals
- McNamara Terminal (Delta hub)
- North Terminal (other airlines)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest parking near Detroit airport?
Off-airport lots on Middlebelt Rd and Vining Rd run $7–13/day with free 24-hour shuttles. DTW has some of the most affordable off-airport parking at any major US hub. Book on ParkWhiz or SpotHero.
Which terminal should I use at DTW?
Delta, Delta Connection, and international partners use the McNamara Terminal. All other airlines use the North Terminal. The terminals are connected by the McNamara Terminal's automated people mover, but allow extra time if you need to switch.
How much does DTW airport parking cost?
On-airport Blue/Red deck economy parking runs $18–24/day. Off-airport lots run $7–13/day. DTW offers some of the best parking value of any major US hub airport.
Is there public transit to Detroit airport?
SMART Bus Route 261 connects DTW to downtown Detroit but is slow and runs limited hours. Most travelers use rideshare ($35–50 from downtown) or drive and park.
How far in advance should I book DTW parking?
Book 48 hours ahead for normal travel. DTW is a major Delta hub with heavy Monday and Friday business travel — book 72 hours ahead for those peak days.