Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Dubai: what you need to know
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is nine hours ahead of Detroit.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DTW to Dubai flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from DTW to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DTW is around 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DTW:
74% of flights that depart Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Dubai
RM2,046 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM3,160. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from DTW to Dubai, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DTW to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai International Airport around three weeks before your flight from DTW to Dubai can help you secure the lowest rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your DTW to Dubai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dubai, check out our selection of hotels including:
Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa are a couple of major attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to tick off its top attractions. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
