Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes an average of 1 hour 36 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4 — identical to Washington DC.
Every week, there are 133 flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 05:45 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from IAD to DTW is 22:20 with United Airlines.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between IAD and DTW:
Philadelphia International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Rs22,506. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,137. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from IAD to DTW by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from IAD to DTW. There's no need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport takes about 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 51 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Consider booking a hotel near DTW if you're catching a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit is around 27 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 1 hour and 8 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you want to explore Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from IAD to DTW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
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