Detroit to Amman Flights

  About Detroit

Detroit is observed as one of the populated city in the state of Michigan in the US. Notably one of the most populated cities in the state, Detroit plays a perfect hub to various trades and businesses. Popularly known as the Motor City, Detroit is the birthplace of famous automobile brands, Ford, Chrysler and General Motors.

Over the years, Detroit has seen some tremendous downfalls after the industrial reconstruction, which led to a loss of employment and population. Things got so terrible that Detroit actually became the first city in all of the US to file for bankruptcy. While they did manage to get out of the dire situation, to this day, the city continues to work towards uplifting the city and bringing back the glory days. Interestingly, in the past few years, things have been looking good for the city.

While traditionally, it is not considered to be a tourist destination, the city has been working on adding a new essential industry in their profile. With flourishing cultural development, especially in the music space, the city has attracted many artists and even enthusiasts to flock over to the city during festivals and events. Various architectural sites and entertainment venues have been worked on to revitalise them. As a flourishing city in terms of tourism, the city is doing its best to revive their lost treasures and stance in the map of the US.

Intending to get back their reputation, the city is working on expanding its tourism industry by introducing new festivals and events along with working on infrastructural development. It would be ideal for you to book your flight tickets to Detroit in advance as the prices are quite high most of the time. You can opt for fancy living or hostels for budget travellers.

Best time to visit Detroit

The Motor City witnesses its best season from May to September. Basically, the summers in Detroit are ideal for tourism. This is majorly in terms of the weather and temperatures. Many avoid frigid winters in Detroit as it can be quite taxing to the body, especially if you're a tourist who is yet to explore the city. Every season in Detroit comes with some fun activities and festivals to keep the locals and tourists in high spirits. From Plymouth Ice Festival during winters to St Patrick's Day Parade in Spring to Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix in May, these festivals and events certainly keep people on their toes. As a tourist, you would be thoroughly amazed by the enthusiasm the city brings. Summer is also an expensive month, so if you do plan to stay for long, you will have to ensure that you have enough resources. With temperatures ranging from 21 degree Celsius to 26 degree Celsius, it would be quite ideal for tourists flocking over from India.

Detroit's fervour further continues through September and October as fall takes over. The city continues to engage in festivals such as the Detroit Jazz festival, Tour de Troit ride, Detroit Red Wings, to name a few events. Even if not participating, witnessing these festivities from afar will also elate you and give you reasons to stay back and never leave. Flight tickets to Chicago during the summer season could be a little expensive as it is a peak season there. However, fall might not be so high-priced. In fact, you can also get your accommodation fixed during fall as the hotels in Detroit see a dip in prices. The best would be to find some amazing flight deals to Detroit online. Hopefully, if you're lucky, you might hit the jackpot with deals that cover both, your travel as well as accommodation at a reasonable price.

Place to visit in Detroit

Detroit's beauty is in the fact that it caters to people with varied interests. From being an out and out sports fan to an architecture-enthusiast, the city manages to engage you with its attractions. The place brims with a cultural vibe, making it one of the best places to visit. For the art patrons, you can start your trip from the Detroit Institute of the Arts. Often referred to as the 'temple of art', the institute has up to 100 art galleries plus lecture halls. The gallery also has Vincent van Gogh's famous painting, 'Self Portrait' on its wall. You should also check out the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Fox Theatre is also a must as the place brings forth Broadway musicals and is quite a landmark in itself. Plus, the interiors are so alluring that you would be blown away by its finesse. Detroit Zoo is also an interesting place to visit as it inhabits over 2,400 animals and also has added to the history of Detroit. They also have a special Polk Penguin Conservation Centre within the zoo which observes close to 80 penguins.

Things to do in Detroit

One of the coolest activities to undertake in Detroit has got to be the food-tasting expedition at the Eastern Market. It is actually honoured as a historic location which gathers food nerds. The place is sprawled over 43-acres and is known to be the largest historic public market. In fact, you can also take up food sampling while you're strolling through the market. There are tours made available for this specific place. Watching shows at the Fox Theatre would be no short of awesome. As the theatre has witnessed some stalwarts from the artists' sphere, Ringo Starr, to name one of them. Another fun activity to take up would be to relish the finest cuisines that the city has. And if possible, take a tour to the Ford factory.

Food and Restaurants in Detroit

Detroit is also touted to be the birthplace of Coney dog, a specific type of saucy hot dog. What gives it the distinguished stature in the hot dog family is how the meal is topped with chilli. There are far too many restaurants and food joints selling Coney hot dog. The one place in Detroit where you will find the best of Coney hot dog has got to be the Lafayette Coney Island. The place is recognised worldwide for its tasty hot dogs topped with chilli. In fact, if you do ask locals to direct you to a place which serves this dish, they will take you to Lafayette. While Coney hot dog does take the cake to be the most famous food, Detroit also caters to some amazing coffee shops and baked goods. Pizzas, pastas, seafood, bagels and such dishes can be found in the city's restaurants. The city's oldest neighbourhood Corktown will give you a taste of some street-style food with coffee shops, roasteries and other fancy establishments too. While you're in Corktown, you should definitely hit some of the pubs and bars.

The place has a grand culture with a slew of distilleries and breweries that will pique your interest. Check out Grand trunk Pub, Batch Brewing Company, Motor City Brewing Works and Detroit Beer Co. for amazing beer. You will also find some Flemish bars offering bowls of piping hot mussels such as the Cadieux Cafe. For more seafood, you should definitely head to Eastern Market Seafood Co to get your hands dirty with their mouth-watering aquatic cuisine. Their meals are often protein-rich, making it ideal for individuals who are health conscious and have a strict diet to follow. You should also delve a little deeper into their coffee culture. The city has some of the best roasteries and coffee shops with aromatic and top-notch coffee. You can visit Astro Coffee for the best coffee experience.

How to reach Detroit (Transportation)

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is considered to be one of the biggest international airports in the United States of America. The important airport sees tremendous tourist action as well as fantastic flight connectivity. In fact, there are quite a handful of flights flying to Detroit from India. Many of them are mostly from big cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, to name a few. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Qatar Airways, Swiss Air, American Airlines, also fly from India to Chicago. There are layovers and connecting flights that a tourist will have to work around as there are no direct flights. The flight tickets to Detroit from India are quite decent for the USA standards. However, depending on if there are any good flight deals online for Detroit, you might be able to get cheaper flights. As long as you opt for round trips, you will be able to find some cheap flights to Detroit from India.

Interestingly, the airport also has a Westin Hotel within its premise. In case you wish to make your hotel booking in Detroit, you can opt for this hotel. The hospitality is world-class, and the location is also quite convenient. The city also has some amazing accommodation options. It would be quite splendid to opt for some fancy hotels to stay when in Detroit. However, in terms of favourable locations, the airport does sound like an ideal place.

  About Amman

Jordan's capital city Amman is a tourist's haven. The holy city is known to have some religious significance dating back to the BC. Amman has some exquisite ancient relics with interesting archaeological sites. Amman is recognised as one of the most modern Arab cities and is touted to be a tourist destination. The city is also recognised for its contribution to the country's economy and the political and cultural significance it holds. Over the years, Amman has adapted to the global culture and is leading in terms of its food scenes.

Best time to visit Amman

Amman has a mix of temperatures and seasons that makes it favourable all-round the year. Depending on what kind of weather you would like to indulge in, you can accordingly visit the place. The city does witness some interesting weather phenomena such as Sirocco. It is basically a hot and dry southerly wind that blows from June to August. This often causes sandstorms and is not very favourable for travelling. If you wish to check out the vast desert of the city, you should definitely avoid going to Amman in these months. As much of the fun attractions in Amman are in the desert region, it would be quite sad to not relish all the action. During these months, the sun is also hotter than usual. The city witnesses close to 13 hours of sunshine and is rather too hot. As a desert, you will need to prepare yourself for the hot and cold climates when you visit the city. The hotel prices in Amman during the summers are also extremely low. As it is an off-season, the city doesn't see a lot of tourists. With the hotel rates in Amman cheap, it does seem like a tempting offer.

The months from September through November are perfect to visit the city. Thanks to the summer temperatures dropping and the city welcoming winters, it brings forth a lovely pleasant air. After all, the hot and dry atmosphere faced by Amman during the summer months, the fall does come with a lot of lovely vibes. Amman's winters are known to be extremely frigid. In fact, the temperatures actually drop down to 5 degree Celsius during the winter months. Hence, it might not be the ideal time to visit Amman, especially if you are not planning on experiencing desert winter. The hotel prices during winters do stand at a reasonable cost in Amman. Owing to the dry and cold winters, many tourists avoid this time of the year. But there are still many who opt for winters in Amman because they wish to experience what dry winters in Amman feel like. The bitter cold does get a little too much to handle though. Hence, the fall months starting in September are perfect. During this time, the hotel rates in Amman do see a tremendous surge along with tourism.

Places to visit in Amman

Amman, in Jordan, is an exquisite place that sees a lot of travellers thanks to some of the tourist attractions. As part of your trip, you can start with Mount Nebo, located a few kilometres away from the city centre. The mount is an elevated ridge of religious scriptures from the Hebrew Bible. The structure is close to 710 meters above sea level. The place has religious significance to be the place where Moses was believed to be granted a view of the Promised Land. From the mount's summit, you can see the River Jordan as well as the city of Jericho. Another landmark in the city is the Amman Citadel. The structure has a historical significance to be a flourishing civilisation. There have been traces of empires from the Babylonian, the Ptolemies, Assyrians, Romans, the Umayyads, the Seleucids and Byzantines heritages as well. You should also check out the St. George's Greek Orthodox Church which has the famous Madaba Map, popularly known as the Madaba Mosaic Map. You should also head to the lovely King Abdullah I Mosque, with its beautiful white and blue hues. The mosaic dome is a major tourist attraction.

Things to do in Amman

One of the fun and goofy activities that you can take up during your trip to Amman would be to visit the Roman Theatre and to put up a cute show for your family. Well, the famed landscape is huge and has an auditorium-like vibe. The theatre has been inspired by Roman-architecture and is a good spot for photography. It would be a crime to miss The Royal Automobile Museum. The place has some of the best vintage and exotic cars in exquisite condition. A museum has been reserved for exhibiting artefacts from excavations in Jordan. The Jordan Archaeological Museum is a perfect place to learn more about the city's history and religious relevance. You can further continue this expedition by visiting the Temple of Hercules and The Jordan Museum. They have some stories that would definitely pique your interest.

Food and restaurants in Amman

Jordan's capital does see a lot of tourist action. The city is known to attract a lot of tourists thanks to the exquisite monuments and rich cultural heritage. Amman also raves an array of culinary delights that would blow your mind. You will find some of the finest steakhouses and a plethora of cuisines to delve into. You can start your expedition from Fakhr el-Din. The Lebanese restaurant is quite popular for its traditional-style decor and authentic mezze. You would be amazed by the extraordinary flavours and food styles that the restaurant makes. World-renowned succulent meat dish, brisket, deserves a restaurant of its own. The internationally-acclaimed meat recipe is unmatched when it comes to bringing forth the smoky flavours of beef and other meat. Brisket is one such place where you can get the best of this dish. Another Middle Eastern delight is Hashem, located in the city of Amman. It is one of the oldest restaurants and also one of the best. The bistro has a pretty simple and quaint vibe which serves the most quality grub.

If you want to enjoy good Jordanian food along with the city's pleasant breeze, you can visit Sufra. The food establishment has a beautiful setting with fancy interiors. Not to mention how the airy rooftop further adds to the experience. You can relish tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner in this restaurant and fall in love with Jordan. As for all the shawarma fans, Reems is a good place to check out. The place makes the most perfect shawarma that you can find in all of Jordan. As the city does rave a plethora of Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine, the city doesn't fall short of such establishments. Kan Zaman is also a good place where you can savour some of the best mezze. The ambience is unmatched and the Lebanese-style dishes are delectable. Plus, the restaurant also serves traditional music while you enjoy the food. Aside from these lovely places, you can also check out Bab al-Yemen, Rakwet Arab, Ararat and Falafel Al Quds.

How to reach Amman

Amman is a famous tourist destination that sees a throng of tourists during on and off-seasons. Thanks to the city's reputation as a tourist haven, flight connectivity to Amman is also really good. There are no direct nonstop flights to Amman, many airlines with layovers and connecting flights do fly to Amman. The most popular route often chosen by airlines to reach Amman is from Middle Eastern countries. Jordan itself is one of the Middle Eastern countries and hence, sees exemplary flight connectivity from these international cities. Airlines such as Gulf Air, Air Arabia, Emirates, Oman Air, EgyptAir, Saudia, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Royal Jordanian, flydubai, Turkish Airlines, to name a few, have excellent flight connectivity to Amman. International routes from Bahrain, Dubai and Sharjah have many dedicated flights that fly to Amman. Reaching Amman from India is possible from many cities such as Kochi, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai and more. The cities do not require a transit visa.

The flight duration to Amman from India stands at a decent eight hours. Depending on the airlines that you choose for your trip, the travel duration alters accordingly. The flight tickets to Amman are also quite cheap and affordable from Indian cities. Airlines such as Gulf Air, Emirates and Air Arabia have the cheapest flights to Amman. Even the travel duration from Indian cities to Amman is not compromised. The ticket price to Amman starts from INR 21,000 and ranges up to INR 30,000, depending on the airlines that you choose. Although the tickets to Amman are reasonable, you can further get amazing flight deals online. In fact, if you make prior bookings of flights to Amman, you will be able to get some more discounts. There is a plethora of deals that are available online. Many airlines even have flights and hotel accommodation deals that can be found in Amman. As a tourist destination, a lot of combo deals are available online. Depending on the season that you choose, the flight tickets and hotel accommodation prices can be booked in Amman.