DRF
Kenai
United States
4,916 km
3,055 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
4,916 km
3,055 mi / 2,655 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Anchorage
Heading
82°
east

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DRF DTW
Airport Name Drift River Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code DRF DTW
ICAO Code 3AK5 KDTW
City Kenai Detroit
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Anchorage America/New_York
Elevation 30 ft 645 ft
Coordinates 60.590000, -152.160000 42.210000, -83.350000

Kenai (DRF) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drift River Airport (DRF) in Kenai, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 4,916 kilometers (3,055 miles / 2,655 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 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 4-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 04:57 in Kenai, it's 08:57 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 Kenai (DRF) follows a heading of 319° (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 Drift River Airport (DRF) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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