Lost and Found Detroit Airport (DTW)

Have you lost something at Detroit Metro Airport ? Find out how to report a lost item at Michigan’s main international airport.

About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the primary commercial airport serving the Detroit metropolitan area, the Greater Lake Erie region, and parts of southern Ontario. Located in Romulus, Michigan, approximately 32 kilometers southwest of downtown Detroit, the airport handles over 35 million passengers annually and serves as a major hub for Delta Air Lines. Delta operates the largest share of flights at DTW by a significant margin, with American, Southwest, Spirit, and a range of international carriers also serving the airport.

DTW features two main terminal complexes: the Edward H. McNamara Terminal (the main Delta hub) and the North Terminal, connected by a timed shuttle bus and also accessible by car. The McNamara Terminal is one of the most modern airport terminals in the United States, known for its impressive light-filled concourse. DTW serves a large catchment area that extends into Ohio, Indiana, and Ontario, Canada, with many passengers driving to DTW for better connections or lower fares than those available at smaller regional airports. The airport handles a mix of business, leisure, and connecting traffic.

What Should You Do If You’ve Lost Something at Detroit Metro Airport ?

If you notice the loss while still in the terminal, go to the nearest information desk or speak to airport staff immediately. Note which terminal you were in the McNamara Terminal or the North Terminal as lost property is handled centrally but location details are important for the search.

DTW’s lost property service operates daily, seven days a week, in morning and early afternoon hours. Weekend losses can be reported and followed up the same day.

How to Report a Lost Item at Detroit Metro Airport

Contact the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport lost property office during opening hours. Provide the terminal, the specific concourse or gate, the date and time, your flight details, and a full description of the item. You can also complete a lost item report on our platform, so that our team can assist you in contacting the right lost and found office(s).

Items Lost at Security or on an Aircraft

For items left at a TSA security checkpoint, contact TSA directly in addition to the airport lost property service. TSA manages checkpoint found property through a separate system. For items left on board a Delta, American, Southwest, or other flight, contact the airline’s baggage services directly. Delta’s baggage services team is available at DTW and can assist with items left on their aircraft.

Common areas at DTW where passengers lose items include TSA lanes in both terminals, the McNamara Terminal’s long Concourse A, gate seating areas, the food court and restaurants, restrooms, baggage claim, and the ground transportation and parking levels.

Contact the Detroit Metro Airport Lost Property Office

Detroit Metropolitan Airport Lost and Found

Address : Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit
USA

Opening hours : Daily, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

The office operates every day of the week. For items lost after 3:30 PM, submit a report via our platform and the team will follow up when the office reopens the next morning.

Tips to Efficiently Report a Lost Item

• Note which terminal you were in McNamara or North Terminal
• Identify the specific concourse and gate if possible
• Include your airline, flight number, and departure time
• Describe the item clearly, including brand, colour, size, and any identifiers
• Provide your contact details so the team can reach you after you’ve left Michigan

Can You Recover Your Item After Leaving Detroit ?

Yes. DTW’s daily service means you can follow up on any day of the week. If you’ve already left Michigan, call during the morning service window. For items left on Delta or another airline, contact the carrier at the same time as reporting to the airport. The team can advise on collection or forwarding once your item is confirmed found.

If you have lost one or several item(s), you will find information on how to contact a lost and found property service on this page.
 

Contact information following the loss of an item

Name : Detroit Metropolitan Airport Lost and Found Office
Address : Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit, USA
Phone number : +1 734-942-3126
Opening hours :
Website : https://www.metroairport.com/at-dtw/lost-found

List of the main items found

• Lost Personal Items : Keys, ID, Passport, Wallet, Documents, Badge, Licence (...)
• Lost Electronics : Phone, Tablet, Device charger, Camera, Laptop, Headphones (...)
• Lost Accessories : Purse, Bag, Backpack, Sunglasses, Eyeglasses, Jewellery (...)
• Lost Clothing : Gloves, Cap, Hat, Scarf, Sweater, Coat, Vest (...)

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