DTW
Detroit
United States
5,269 km
3,274 miles
FAE
Vagar
FO
Distance
5,269 km
3,274 mi / 2,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW FAE
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Vagar Airport
IATA Code DTW FAE
ICAO Code KDTW EKVG
City Detroit Vagar
Country United States FO
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Faroe
Elevation 645 ft 280 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 62.060000, -7.280000

Detroit (DTW) to Vagar (FAE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Vagar Airport (FAE) in Vagar, FO is 5,269 kilometers (3,274 miles / 2,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 United States with FO. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:34 in Detroit, it's 16:34 in Vagar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Vagar (FAE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 282° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Vagar Airport (FAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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