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Popular Airport

David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport

Popular Airlines

Approximate Flight Duration

2 hour 10 min

Approximate Travel Distance

1788 Km

Transportation to Airport from Detroit City Center

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Detroit Metropolitan Airport serves the city of Detroit, one of the most important automobile manufacturing centers in the United States. Detroit Metro Airport is located 32 km from the city center and is spread out over an expansive area. The airport is also one of the most important transportation centers in the region. There aren’t that many transportation alternatives available to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center. However, public transportation in the city is still an option, especially buses and airport shuttle services. Other methods of transportation you can use to get to the airport from the city center include taxis, luxury transfer vehicles, or rental car.

Detroit Metro Airport is not very close to the city center and therefore taking a taxi to the airport can be an expensive alternative. One of the most convenient means of transportation in the city is by rental car. There are many rental car offices at the airport and in the city center. Rental car companies in the city offer a variety of vehicles. Nevertheless, we would recommend booking a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online before you arrive in the city.

Bus

Just like in other cities in the United States, public transportation is not a very common method of transportation and it is not very well developed in Detroit. The fact that the city is regarded as an ‘automobile haven’ has an impact on the lack of public transportation as well. Nevertheless, there are buses that provide transportation in the city throughout the day. Buses begin operating early in the morning until late at night. Taking the bus to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center takes about 1 hour.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center. You can easily rent a car from rental car offices located in the city. It takes about 30 minutes to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center by car. Rental car companies located in the city include Hertz, AVIS, Sixt, Alamo and Dollar. Renting a car is also a great way to explore the city and its surroundings. If you plan on renting a car in the city then we recommend researching rental car models and prices online and booking your vehicle in advance. This way you can access your rental car upon your arrival in the city without any problems.

Taxis and Luxury Sedans

Taxis in Detroit are split into two categories. The first is classic taxis, which are more affordable, and the second is the more expensive, luxury sedans. These vehicles are provided by Metro Cars and Metro Cab. The average fare to the airport from the city center using the more affordable option, classic taxis, is about 50 dollars. You can easily find both taxi options in the city. If you are a first-time visitor to the city and do know the average taxi fares you can ask the hotel you are staying at for more information.

Private Transfer

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center is by private transfer. Private transfer services are provided by private companies. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the airport from Detroit city center using private transfer services.

Hotel Shuttles

If you are staying at one of the larger hotels in Detroit then you can use their airport shuttle services. Hotels provide shuttle services either for free or at a slightly more expensive rate than taxis or luxury vehicles. You need to make a reservation in advance to use your hotel’s airport shuttle service. Shuttle services depart from major locations in the city and provide a convenient ride to Detroit Metro Airport. Shuttle services provide direct transportation to the airport terminal in about 35 to 40 minutes.

Car

Driving to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center is quite easy, just follow the road signs to the airport. Driving to the airport from the city center is among the most convenient transportation alternatives thanks to the passenger drop-off area and short-term parking lots. Passengers driving to the airport can leave their cars in the short-term parking lot or the long-term parking lot, which is quite large.

Airport Information

The Detroit Metro Airport serves the city of Detroit, which is considered to be the ‘automobile capital’ of the United States. The airport is located approximately 32 km from the city center and is, in a sense, the city’s most important gateway to the world. Renting a car from one of the many rental car companies at the airport is a great way to explore the city and its surroundings. The airport also features many cafes, restaurants, and bars, and a variety of stores for passengers who want to go shopping.

At the North Terminal there is an exchange office where you can take care of your currency transactions as well as ATMs. Stores in this terminal where passengers can go shopping include different options like Duty Free Americas, Everything ASAP, Tech for Takeoff, Detroit Market Place and USA Today Travel Zone. You can find various souvenirs and shop for newspapers and magazines at RELAY, which is also located in the North Terminal.

There are more options at the McNamara Terminal. Stores located in the McNamara Terminal include alternatives such as The Body Shop, Brighton, Be Relax Spa, Desigual, Duty Free Americas, Michigan Store, Pandora, Swarovski, and Running Fit.

McNamara Terminal featuers a rich variety of restaurants and cafes that you can enjoy before your flight or after you land. Venues where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Caribou Coffee, Andiamo, Bigalora Cucina, Coffee Beanery, Corridor Kitchen. Ayrıca yine bu terminalde bulunan Mc Donald’s, Pinkberry, Starbucks, Mezza Mediterranean Grille, The Shed, Popeye’s, and Wendy’s.

Terminal offers passengers ATMs and currency exchange services to meet their monatery needs. There are vending machines located throughout the airport.

The airport also offers passengers wireless internet connect to help pass the time as they wait for their flight. Detroit Metro Airport also contains a lost and found where you can inquire about missing items and a large parking lot that offers short-term and long-term parking options for passengers that drive to the airport.

Transportation to Houston City Center from Airport

George Bush Intercontinental  Airport

Houston rapidly developed shortly after its establishment due to the discovery of oil reserves in the city and today it is one of the largest and most developed cities in the United States. Due to the port located in the city, Houston provides services to many international cargo ships and is home to a significant portion of NASA’s space exploration.

Public transportation in Houston is provided by the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, or METRO. Although the city spans a large geographical area, buses provide easy access to almost every region. The METRO light rail system provides convenient transportation throughout the city. Houston also features a lot of bike paths that were put in place to both relieve the city of traffic and as an important social awareness element to prevent environmental pollution and attract attention to a healthy lifestyle.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. The airport offers several different transportation alternatives to get to the city center, including taxis, rental cars, buses, and shuttle services.  

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center. Airport taxis operate 24 hours a day with tariff surcharges that apply between 8 pm and 6 am. Taxis are accessible from the arrivals level of terminals A, B, C, and E. A taxi from the airport to the city center takes about 30 minutes. For more detailed information on taxi fares please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Houston Airport is by bus. METRO bus line 102 provides transportation from the airport to the METRO station downtown, with various stops along the way. The total trip takes about 1.5 hours. The bus stop is located at Terminal C, on the baggage claim level on the south side of the terminal. There are other bus routes that also provide transportation from the airport to other regions in Texas, such as Galveston, Easterwood Airport and Jack Brooks Regional Airport. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Airport’s website.  

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services are a great method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. Houston Airport offers a variety of shuttle services, including courtesy shuttles and hotel shuttles. Shuttles depart from the arrivals level of Terminals A, B, C, and E. To access these shuttles follow the signs that read ‘Ground Transportation’ to the exit and from there follow the signs that read “Hotel Shuttles” and “Parking Shuttles”. For more information about shuttle services please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center from Houston Airport. It is also a comfortable option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies are located at the Rental Car Center, just 5 minutes away from the airport terminals. Shuttles provide transportation from the terminals to the Rental Car Center, just follow the signs that read “Rental Car”. The shuttles to the Rental Car Center are blue and white. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. For more information on rental car companies and rates please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Airport Information

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, also referred to as Houston Airport, is located 37 km from downtown Houston. Houston Airport operates passenger services out of 5 terminals that are connected to each other by the TerminaLink train, which is for passengers only, and an underground train, that everyone has access to. Houston Airport offers passengers a variety of services to meet their basic needs and services that could be considered more unique. The airport contains ATMs, free Wi-Fi, charging stations, currency exchange services, vending machines, a lost and found, mail services, restaurants, cafes, bars, and stores. Houston Airport also features shoeshine services and pet relief areas.

Houston Airport aims to provide a relaxing yet fun environment for passengers once they’ve landed or as they wait for their flight. Stores where passengers can go shopping include ATU Duty Free and Dufry Tax & Duty Free stores, Bayou city Travelmart, Americana, Automated Kiosks for Benefit Cosmetics, Best Buy Express, and AT&T, as well as Brooks Brothers, Bluewire, Brookstone, City Point, Corsa Collections, Dylan’s candy Bar, Eddie Bauer, eSavvy, Headphone Hub, Hugo Boss, Johnston & Murphy, and more.

There are also a rich variety of restaurants and cafes offering delicious international cuisine. Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Auntie Anne’s, Barcuterie, Belgian Beer Café, Blaze Pizza, Bullritos, Café Adobe, Camden food co., Center Bar, Chili’s Too, Dunkin’ Donuts, La Salsa, Le Grand Comptoir, Panda Express, Republic, Starbucks, Subway, Upper Crust, Urban Crave, Wendy’s, and Zori Bistro. 


William P. Hobby Airport

Houston rapidly developed shortly after its establishment due to the discovery of oil reserves in the city and today it is one of the largest and most developed cities in the United States. Due to the port located in the city, Houston provides services to many international cargo ships and is home to a significant portion of NASA’s space exploration.

Public transportation in Houston is provided by the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, or METRO. Although the city spans a large geographical area, buses provide easy access to almost every region. The METRO light rail system provides convenient transportation throughout the city. Houston also features a lot of bike paths that were put in place to both relieve the city of traffic and as an important social awareness element to prevent environmental pollution and attract attention to a healthy lifestyle.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located 37 km from the city center. Also referred to as Houston Airport it serves the Greater Houston area, operating both domestic and international flights. The airport offers several different transportation alternatives to get to the city center, including taxis, rental cars, buses, and shuttle services.  

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center. Airport taxis operate 24 hours a day with tariff surcharges that apply between 8 pm and 6 am. Taxis are accessible from the arrivals level of terminals A, B, C, and E. A taxi from the airport to the city center takes about 30 minutes. For more detailed information on taxi fares please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Houston Airport is by bus. METRO bus line 102 provides transportation from the airport to the METRO station downtown, with various stops along the way. The total trip takes about 1.5 hours. The bus stop is located at Terminal C, on the baggage claim level on the south side of the terminal. There are other bus routes that also provide transportation from the airport to other regions in Texas, such as Galveston, Easterwood Airport and Jack Brooks Regional Airport. For more information on bus routes please visit Houston Airport’s website.  

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services are a great method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. Houston Airport offers a variety of shuttle services, including courtesy shuttles and hotel shuttles. Shuttles depart from the arrivals level of Terminals A, B, C, and E. To access these shuttles follow the signs that read ‘Ground Transportation’ to the exit and from there follow the signs that read “Hotel Shuttles” and “Parking Shuttles”. For more information about shuttle services please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to get to the city center from Houston Airport. It is also a comfortable option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies are located at the Rental Car Center, just 5 minutes away from the airport terminals. Shuttles provide transportation from the terminals to the Rental Car Center, just follow the signs that read “Rental Car”. The shuttles to the Rental Car Center are blue and white. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. For more information on rental car companies and rates please visit Houston Airport’s website.

Weather in Houston

DayMin - Max
SundayMin 6ºC - Max 19ºC
MondayMin 12ºC - Max 23ºC
TuesdayMin 16ºC - Max 24ºC
WednesdayMin 17ºC - Max 24ºC
ThursdayMin 19ºC - Max 25ºC

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