Loading map...
DTW → MBS
Which side of the plane to sit from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to MBS International Airport (Saginaw)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views including the Detroit skyline and Lake St. Clair immediately after takeoff, followed by the dense lake districts of Oakland County.
Search flights from DTW to MBS
Detroit Skyline
A stunning view of the Renaissance Center and the Detroit River separating the US and Canada.
Lake St. Clair
The expansive blue waters of the lake that connects Lake Huron and Lake Erie are visible to the east.
Oakland County Lakes
A bird's eye view of the 'Lake Country' featuring hundreds of inland lakes like Cass and Orchard Lake.
Flint Cityscape
The urban grid and industrial history of Flint are clearly visible mid-flight.
The best views occur within the first 10 minutes of flight. Sit on the right for a chance to see the 'Thumb' of Michigan and the blue expanse of Lake Huron in the distance on a clear day. Early morning flights offer spectacular light reflecting off the Detroit River.
Book Hotels in Saginaw
Dearborn
Look for the massive Ford World Headquarters and the Henry Ford Museum complex shortly after takeoff.
Kensington Metropark
A large green expanse featuring Kent Lake, popular for boating and recreation in the western suburbs.
Shiawassee Wildlife Refuge
Extensive marshlands and river deltas that host thousands of migratory birds near the approach to MBS.
Choose the left side for better views of the sunset when flying in the evening. Keep a lookout for the University of Michigan's Big House in Ann Arbor off in the distance to the west if the flight path tracks slightly west of the usual corridor.
Get eSIMs for United States
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 158 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Arrival: MBS (43.532901763916016, -84.07959747314453)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.