Detroit to Washington Flight Tickets
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About Detroit - Washington Flights
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Detroit has 3 airports, while Washington has 3 airports. Compare flights between all airports to find the best deal.
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Detroit and Washington - Airport Transportation
Coleman A. Young International Airport (DET)
How to Get to the Airport
Taxi: You can reach Coleman A. Young International Airport by taxi from downtown Detroit. You can board from central points like Cadillac Square or Campus Martius. Travel time is 10-20 minutes, and taxis operate 24 hours.
Uber/Lyft (App-Based Vehicle): You can use Uber or Lyft apps from downtown Detroit (e.g., Washington Blvd) to reach the airport. Travel time is 10-20 minutes depending on traffic, and the service is active 24 hours.
Rental Car: You can reach the airport with a rented car from car rental offices in downtown Detroit. Travel time is approximately 10-15 minutes, and rental car offices generally operate between 07:00-22:00.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
How to Get to the Airport
Bus: You can reach the airport by taking the SMART 261 bus line from stops at Cadillac Square or Michigan Ave. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Buses depart every 30-60 minutes.
Taxi: You can reach the airport by calling a taxi from hotel or street stops in the city center. The travel time varies between 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Uber/Lyft Apps: You can call a vehicle to the airport from any location in the city center using Uber or Lyft apps. The journey typically takes 20-30 minutes, and the service is available 24/7.
Airport Shuttle Services: To go from the city center to the airport, you can make a reservation in advance with services like Detroit Cars & Airport Shuttle and board from hotels or central points. The journey takes about 25-35 minutes.
Car Rental: By renting a car in the city center, you can reach the airport via the I-94 highway. The travel time varies between 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
From Airport to City Center
Metro (Silver Line): Transportation from Dulles Airport to the city center is possible via the Silver Line metro. It is accessible from the terminal through an underground walkway to the Dulles Airport Metrorail Station. The journey takes approximately 45-60 minutes, with services running every 12-15 minutes during peak hours. The metro operates from 05:00-24:00 on weekdays and 07:00-23:00 on weekends.
Bus (Virginia Breeze): Virginia Breeze buses run regular services from the airport to Union Station. The journey takes about 45 minutes, with buses departing every hour and operating throughout the day.
Taxi: Transportation to the city center can be arranged with Washington Flyer Taxicabs located at the terminal exits. The journey time varies between 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day.
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are available at the airport. You can use these services by waiting at the 3rd curb in the baggage claim area.
Car Rental: There are many car rental companies at the airport. You can rent your own vehicle for easy access to the city center or surrounding areas.