The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Robe Airport (GOB) in Goba, Ethiopia is 12,096 kilometers (7,516 miles / 6,532 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:28 in Detroit, it's 18:28 in Goba. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,247 feet between the two airports. Robe Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Goba (GOB) to Detroit (DTW) 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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Robe Airport (GOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.