DTW
Detroit
United States
8,457 km
5,255 miles
HEW
Athens
Greece
Distance
8,457 km
5,255 mi / 4,567 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
51°
northeast

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DTW HEW
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Athen Helenikon Airport
IATA Code DTW HEW
ICAO Code KDTW LGAT
City Detroit Athens
Country United States Greece
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Athens
Elevation 645 ft 69 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 37.890000, 23.730000

Detroit (DTW) to Athens (HEW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) in Athens, Greece is 8,457 kilometers (5,255 miles / 4,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:07 in Detroit, it's 15:07 in Athens. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Athens (HEW) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 313° (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 Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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