Airports Near Dearborn Heights
The closest airports to Dearborn Heights, Michigan: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Dearborn Heights, Michigan is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Oakland County International Airport (PTK).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTW | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County AirportDetroit, United States | 9 mi / 15 km | 32 min | Regional |
| DET | Coleman A. Young Municipal AirportDetroit, United States | 14 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Regional |
| YIP | Willow Run AirportDetroit, United States | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Regional |
| YQG | Windsor AirportWindsor, Canada | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Regional |
| PTK | Oakland County International AirportPontiac, United States | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | International |
| ARB | Ann Arbor Municipal AirportAnn Arbor, United States | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Regional |
| MTC | Selfridge Angb AirportMount Clemens, United States | 29 mi / 47 km | 56 min | Regional |
| FNT | Bishop International AirportFlint, United States | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | International |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Oakland County International Airport (PTK) (24 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Dearborn Heights. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with DTW.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near DTW saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Dearborn Heights is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 32 min by road.