CHL
Challis
United States
2,494 km
1,550 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
2,494 km
1,550 mi / 1,346 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Boise
Heading
85°
east

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CHL DTW
Airport Name Challis Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code CHL DTW
ICAO Code KLLJ KDTW
City Challis Detroit
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Boise America/New_York
Elevation 5,076 ft 645 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 42.210000, -83.350000

Challis (CHL) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 2,494 kilometers (1,550 miles / 1,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 08:44 in Challis, it's 10:44 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,431 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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