Detroit Airport (DTW) Taxis

Upon arrival at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, make sure not to leave your personal belongings at the facility.

Transport options available at the airport include rental cars, hotel shuttle services, rideshares, buses, and taxis.

The McNamara and Evans terminals operate separate Pick-Up and Drop-Off points.

• Evans Terminal, please proceed to the Ground Transportation Center.
• McNamara Terminal, go to the north end of the Departures Level (Ticketing Level) near Door No. 1.

Taxis at Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Upon exit from the Baggage Claim area, proceed to the taxi waiting area outside your terminal building.

Taxis are in front of the Ground Transportation Center.

The total driving distance from DTW to downtown Detroit is 35 kilometers, and the typical taxi fare would be around $60.00.

If you need to travel outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates.

If the driver did a great job and handled your luggage carefully, you might feel like tipping more. Your driver will certainly appreciate it.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and driver's name in case you leave something behind.

Hotel Shuttles at Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Many hotels in downtown Detroit have shuttle services though some might require prior reservations. Please confirm if this service is available at your accommodation.

Shuttles pick up and drop passengers at the Ground Transportation Center outside the terminal building.

Fares may vary for this service. Please call your hotel front desk for further assistance.

Additionally, it is customary to give the driver a tip ($5.00 – $10.00 depending on the length of the ride, plus $1.00 per bag if the driver helps you with your luggage).

Ride Shares at Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Rideshares pick up and drop off passengers at the Ground Transportation Center of Evans and McNamara terminals.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver. They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.

Ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

It might help if you could ask the driver to identify himself and the name of the passenger he’s picking up.

Finally, if you ever feel uncomfortable, you are not under any obligation to climb into someone’s vehicle.