The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Irkutsk Airport (IKT) in Irkutsk, Russia is 9,483 kilometers (5,892 miles / 5,120 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Russia. 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 05:21 in Detroit, it's 18:21 in Irkutsk. With a 13-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 1,030 feet between the two airports. Irkutsk Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Irkutsk (IKT) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 6° (north). 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 Irkutsk Airport (IKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.