DTW
Detroit
United States
3,119 km
1,938 miles
JFR
Paamiut
Greenland
Distance
3,119 km
1,938 mi / 1,684 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
34°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW JFR
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Paamiut Airport
IATA Code DTW JFR
ICAO Code KDTW BGPT
City Detroit Paamiut
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 645 ft 120 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 62.010000, -49.670000

Detroit (DTW) to Paamiut (JFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Paamiut Airport (JFR) in Paamiut, Greenland is 3,119 kilometers (1,938 miles / 1,684 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:53 in Detroit, it's 08:53 in Paamiut. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Paamiut (JFR) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). 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 Paamiut Airport (JFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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