DTW
Detroit
United States
7,303 km
4,538 miles
KFA
Kiffa
Mauritania
Distance
7,303 km
4,538 mi / 3,943 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
89°
east

Airport Comparison

DTW KFA
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Kiffa Airport
IATA Code DTW KFA
ICAO Code KDTW GQNF
City Detroit Kiffa
Country United States Mauritania
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Nouakchott
Elevation 645 ft 424 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 16.590000, -11.410000

Detroit (DTW) to Kiffa (KFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Kiffa Airport (KFA) in Kiffa, Mauritania is 7,303 kilometers (4,538 miles / 3,943 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Mauritania. 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 10:20 in Detroit, it's 15:20 in Kiffa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kiffa (KFA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 309° (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 Kiffa Airport (KFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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