Originally Posted by
okcphoto
A few years ago we flew regional into DTW and then to AMS. We were rerouted and ended up with a 25 min connection (vs. an overnight delay in MSP). We ended up hustling through the airport, but we did make it.
My 6AM flight (last Monday) into DTW was delayed by 30 min, turning my 45 minute connection into a 15 minute one. I hustled (walked very fast, but didn't run) from A to B (I didn't have to use the tram as my gate was near the tunnel) and made it just before they closed the boarding door.
45 minutes is plenty. You can even visit the skyclub for a quick drink, or shower, and make your flight (as long as they aren't closed)