Michigan: fly or drive?
Should you fly or drive to visit Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan? The nearest airport is DTW (Detroit Metro, 30 min from campus). Here's how to decide based on where you're coming from.
Fri, Sep 11 → Sun, Sep 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults
2 nights
2 adults
The short answer
It depends. Drive if you're under 4 hours away; fly if over 7. Between 4 and 7 hours, drive for two colleges (the car's flexibility wins) and fly for one (the time savings wins).
Nearest airport
Airport
DTW
Detroit Metro
Drive to campus
30 min
without traffic
Backup airport
—
none nearby
Fly-in program
No
standard visit
Drive times from major metros
| From | Distance | Drive time | Recommend |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 607 mi | 12 h 24 m | Either |
| Chicago, IL | 238 mi | 4 h 51 m | Either |
| Atlanta, GA | 697 mi | 14 h 13 m | Either |
| Dallas, TX | 1143 mi | 23 h 20 m | Fly |
| Los Angeles, CA | 2294 mi | 46 h 49 m | Fly |
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