Car Rental at Detroit Airport (DTW)

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers 9 rental companies and is one of the Midwest's busiest hubs with direct flights to hundreds of destinations. The airport is located in Romulus, approximately 30 km southwest of Detroit's center, with quick freeway access via I-94. Renting a car directly upon arrival saves valuable time in the Metro Detroit region.

DTW is Delta Air Lines' primary hub in the Midwest and handles over 35 million passengers annually. McNamara Terminal and North Terminal are the two terminals – the rental car center is conveniently located with free shuttle from arrival halls. All rental companies are gathered in one shared Rental Car Center – take the free bus from the arrival level, it takes about 5 minutes.

Choose I-94 east toward Detroit center (30 km, 25 min) or I-94 west toward Ann Arbor (55 km, 40 min). Book in advance during the summer months and during Detroit Grand Prix weekend in June. How do I get from DTW to Detroit center with a rental car?

Drive I-94 east for about 30 km, which takes approximately 25–30 minutes depending on traffic. How many rental companies are at DTW? There are 9 rental companies at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, including most major international chains.

Where do I pick up my rental car at DTW? All rental companies are located in the shared Rental Car Center. Take the free shuttle bus from your arrival terminal; the journey takes about 5 minutes.

We compare prices from all major providers at Detroit Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.