Flying from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
With 55 direct flights a week between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most popular route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DCA to DTW is with American Airlines at 10:10pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to DTW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing from DCA.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Delta Air Lines between DCA and DTW.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) plane ticket out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
Take a direct flight from Washington DC to DTW with Delta Air Lines. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of IAD.
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to DTW.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with 77.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
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74.39% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Begin your journey at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport out of here.
Zoom through the skies with any of these carriers that offer direct Washington DC to DTW plane tickets from BWI:
The top choice among passengers flying between BWI and DTW is Delta Air Lines.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta Air Lines.
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight:
Flights that leave from BWI land at their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DTW:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Central Detroit is around 29 kilometres from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
25 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts from 49 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to DTW. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Visit Detroit in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Washington DC to DTW plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Detroit
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All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are must-visits when exploring Detroit.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Detroit. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Cleveland, about 161 kilometres south-east of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are among its highlights.
