Detroit Metro Airport Ranks as Third Best in America

Detroit Free Press
March 14, 2024
Jenna Prestininzi

If you’re looking to catch a flight, Detroit Metro Airport is the way to go. A new report finds the airport the third best in the nation for stress-free travel.

The ranking by AirHelp, a claims management company focused on flight issues, looks at how some of the nation’s busiest airports handled air travel in February. At number three, Detroit Metro provided 89.07% of flights on time, ensuring smooth travel for fliers.

Top 5 Best Airports

1. Savannah/Hilton Head Airport in Georgia.
2. McGhee Tyson Airport in Tennessee.
3. Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Michigan.
4. Albany International Airport in New York.
5. Memphis International Airport in Tennessee.

Top 5 Worst Airports

1. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida.
2. Denver International Airport in Colorado.
3. San Francisco International Airport in California.
4. Miami International Airport in Florida.
5. Palm Springs Municipal Airport in California.

The ranking compares airports with over 1,000 flights in February based on the rate of flight disruptions.