DTW
Detroit
United States
4,633 km
2,879 miles
IPI
Ipiales
Colombia
Distance
4,633 km
2,879 mi / 2,502 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
171°
south

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DTW IPI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport San Luis Airport
IATA Code DTW IPI
ICAO Code KDTW SKIP
City Detroit Ipiales
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/New_York America/Bogota
Elevation 645 ft 9,765 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 0.860000, -77.670000

Detroit (DTW) to Ipiales (IPI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia is 4,633 kilometers (2,879 miles / 2,502 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:00 in Detroit, it's 11:00 in Ipiales.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,120 feet between the two airports. San Luis 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 Ipiales (IPI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 354° (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 San Luis Airport (IPI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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