One map, pinned from each airport’s published coordinates.
Category scores
Overall is the published weighted sum. A highlighted score is ahead; a tie stays plain.
Ease of use
25% · Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
CLE8.0+0.8
YQG7.2
Comfort & amenities
20% · Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
CLE6.8+0.8
YQG6.0
Food & retail
15% · Food and retail quality and variety.
CLE7.3+1.9
YQG5.4
Ground access
15% · Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
CLE8.2+1.4
YQG6.8
Reliability
15% · Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
CLE6.5
YQG6.8+0.3
Lounges
10% · Worth-it density and access quality.
CLE7.1+5.1
YQG2.0
Best for
CLE
Quick domestic connections via single terminalBudget travelers using Red Line railUnited flyers with Club accessLocal food seekers (Bar Symon, Great Lakes)
YQG
Air Canada Express connections via Toronto PearsonPorter Ottawa / Billy Bishop itinerariesSeasonal sun travelers preferring YQG over DTW curb
Watch out for
CLE
Peak morning/evening security banks can stretch to 30+ minutes without PreCheckLimited premium lounge options outside United/Priority PassConcourse C length for far gates on tight connectionsRideshare airport premium pricing vs. nearby pickup
YQG
No Priority Pass lounge at YQGMany locals still use Detroit Metro (DTW) — compare fares/timesSeasonal WestJet / Transat frequencies — confirm liveNo published MCT
Amenities and tips
CLE
Local dining (Bar Symon & Great Lakes)United ClubRTA Red Line stationFree Wi-FiBottle refill stationsFamily restrooms & pet relief
Arrive 2 hours domestic, hit early banks carefully
Aim for 2 hours before domestic departures (3 for international); early morning and late afternoon banks create the longest lines.
One terminal, walk freely airside
All gates are in one building—clear security once then walk between A, B, and C without re-screening.
Hit Bar Symon or Great Lakes for real Cleveland flavor
Skip generic chains for Michael Symon’s Bar Symon (wings, pierogies) or Great Lakes Brewing Company beers and bar food on C.
YQG
Air Canada Express YYZPorter YOW banksSeasonal sun pins
AC Express YYZ + Porter YOW
Year-round AC Express to Pearson; Porter Ottawa banks; seasonal WJ YYC and Transat sun.
Single regional terminal
Compact City of Windsor plant — easy curb-to-gate framing.
CLE · CLE is a compact, easy-to-navigate mid-size airport with excellent direct rail and decent local food, trading off limited lounge depth and average on-time performance.
YQG · Detroit–Windsor Canadian-side gateway with **Air Canada Express** YYZ banks, **Porter** YOW (and YTZ framing), plus seasonal **WestJet** YYC / sun and **Air Transat** PUJ / CUN — **no Priority Pass lounge** verified on research day.
