BVC
Rabil
Cape Verde
6,392 km
3,972 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
6,392 km
3,972 mi / 3,451 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BVC DTW
Airport Name Rabil Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code BVC DTW
ICAO Code GVBA KDTW
City Rabil Detroit
Country Cape Verde United States
Timezone Atlantic/Cape_Verde America/New_York
Elevation 69 ft 645 ft
Coordinates 16.140000, -22.890000 42.210000, -83.350000

Rabil (BVC) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rabil Airport (BVC) in Rabil, Cape Verde to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 6,392 kilometers (3,972 miles / 3,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:07 in Rabil, it's 12:07 in Detroit. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Rabil (BVC) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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