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Where should we meet for a pickup at DTW?
DTW private curb pickup uses the Arrivals level of the traveler’s airline terminal. Confirm McNamara or Evans before entering; if the driver plans to meet the passenger inside, use short-term parking instead of stopping on the curb.
DTW route identity
This page is for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Airport identity and coverage come from the published Arrival airport catalog.
What the reviewed guidance says
- Wayne County Airport Authority tells drivers to confirm the terminal through the airline directory.
- Curbside pickup follows signs to the terminal’s Arrivals level.
- Drivers meeting a traveler inside should follow signs to short-term parking.
Mistakes to avoid
- Going to McNamara when the passenger’s airline uses Evans, or the reverse.
- Parking on the Arrivals curb to enter the terminal.
- Guessing an international exit before processing is complete.
DTW pickup questions
Where is curbside pickup at DTW?
Use the Arrivals level at the passenger’s actual airline terminal. Ask for McNamara or Evans and the nearest door before approaching.
Can I meet a DTW passenger inside?
Yes, but use short-term parking. The airport separates an inside meeting from an active curbside handoff.
Where do international passengers clear at DTW?
International facilities exist in both terminals, with the precise public exit depending on McNamara or Evans. Wait for the passenger to report their actual exit.
Related DTW pickup guidance
DTW pickup timing
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DTW waiting areas
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