BBA
Balmaceda
Chile
9,867 km
6,131 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
9,867 km
6,131 mi / 5,328 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Santiago
Heading
351°
north

Airport Comparison

BBA DTW
Airport Name Balmaceda Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code BBA DTW
ICAO Code SCBA KDTW
City Balmaceda Detroit
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/New_York
Elevation 1,722 ft 645 ft
Coordinates -45.920000, -71.690000 42.210000, -83.350000

Balmaceda (BBA) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 9,867 kilometers (6,131 miles / 5,328 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Chile with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:59 in Balmaceda, it's 08:59 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,077 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 172° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Balmaceda Airport (BBA) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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