DTW
Detroit Metro Wayne County
Detroit, MI · 5 relief areas · Rank #20
Verified 0d ago5 · Ideal
Warning

McNamara and Evans (formerly North) Terminals are NOT connected airside. If switching, you'll re-clear security via a free shuttle. Pets must remain in carriers everywhere except relief areas.

5 enclosed indoor relief areas across both terminals. McNamara's post-security area near A34 is widely praised as one of the nicest in the country — long isolated hallway with sink, sprinkler system, and window light.

Relief areas · sorted by cat-safety
McNamara post-security
Concourse A, adjacent to Gate A-34
5
post-securityWalled room

Long isolated hallway, sink, fake fire hydrants, set away from terminal traffic. One of the nicest in the US.

Evans Terminal post-security
Concourse D, across from Gate D-16
4
post-securityWalled room

Indoor enclosed, sink, similar amenities to McNamara A34.

McNamara pre-security
Lower Level, outside International Arrivals area. Exit, turn right, proceed down sidewalk, turn right.
2
pre-securityOpen area

Small grassy area outdoors.

Evans Terminal pre-security north
North end of Departures Level (Upper Level) curb, grassy area
2
pre-securityOpen area

Small outdoor area at curb.

Evans Terminal pre-security south
South end of Departures Level (Upper Level) curb, grassy area
2
pre-securityOpen area

Small outdoor area at curb.

Cat plan
Primary: McNamara post-security

Concourse A, adjacent to Gate A-34 · Long isolated hallway, sink, fake fire hydrants, set away from terminal traffic. One of the nicest in the US.

5 · Ideal
Avoid at DTW

McNamara pre-security · Evans Terminal pre-security north · Evans Terminal pre-security south

Plan B: relieve before security

Given this airport's policy, use the pre-security area or relieve at home/hotel before arrival.