Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Jose: what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from DTW to San Jose, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list after booking your flight tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose.
DTW is about 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 8 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near DTW? If you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Jose
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose is C$226. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$388. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from DTW to San Jose, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to the centre of San Jose is around 12 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJC:
Best time to go to San Jose
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. August is the most popular month for a trip to San Jose. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from DTW to San Jose in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are top sights which should be on every San Jose itinerary.
Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in San Jose and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose.
