Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, making Detroit five hours behind Dakar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DSS to DTW flight.
Flying during a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DSS and DTW:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$1,953 is currently the best price for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start from $2,619. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from DSS to DTW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
76% of flights leaving from Blaise Diagne International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Blaise Diagne International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Dakar. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near DSS:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Pick up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car and discover Detroit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Detroit in March.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DSS to DTW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Detroit. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Columbus, roughly 257 kilometres south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are among the biggest draws.
