CAU
Caruaru
Brazil
7,386 km
4,590 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
7,386 km
4,590 mi / 3,988 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Fortaleza
Heading
324°
northwest

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CAU DTW
Airport Name Caruaru Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code CAU DTW
ICAO Code SNRU KDTW
City Caruaru Detroit
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Fortaleza America/New_York
Elevation 1,891 ft 645 ft
Coordinates -8.280000, -36.010000 42.210000, -83.350000

Caruaru (CAU) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 7,386 kilometers (4,590 miles / 3,988 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 Brazil 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 11:37 in Caruaru, it's 09:37 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,246 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Caruaru Airport.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 127° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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