Travelling from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Entebbe Airport (EBB): what you need to know
Entebbe's timezone is UTC+3, making Entebbe eight hours ahead of Detroit.
Leave enough time to make your DTW to EBB flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Detroit Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Entebbe Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Entebbe Airport (EBB)
If you're coming in on a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Entebbe Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near EBB:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Entebbe Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to central Entebbe
Entebbe Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Entebbe. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Entebbe Airport (EBB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Entebbe Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Entebbe in March.
The warmest month in Entebbe is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Entebbe Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to EBB in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Uganda
You've seen Entebbe, now it's time to discover more of Uganda. Journey around 32 kilometres north to Kampala to check off its popular sights. From Kidepo Valley National Park to Uganda National Museum and Budongo Forest, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Uganda, head for Gulu, roughly 306 kilometres north of Entebbe. St Josephs Catholic Cathedral, Art Factory GULU and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are among its highlights.
