DTW
Detroit
United States
7,902 km
4,910 miles
KBS
Bo
Sierra Leone
Distance
7,902 km
4,910 mi / 4,267 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
97°
east

Airport Comparison

DTW KBS
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Bo Airport
IATA Code DTW KBS
ICAO Code KDTW GFBO
City Detroit Bo
Country United States Sierra Leone
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Freetown
Elevation 645 ft 328 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 7.940000, -11.760000

Detroit (DTW) to Bo (KBS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Bo Airport (KBS) in Bo, Sierra Leone is 7,902 kilometers (4,910 miles / 4,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Sierra Leone. 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 11:48 in Detroit, it's 16:48 in Bo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Bo (KBS) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 312° (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 Bo Airport (KBS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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