DTW
Detroit
United States
8,485 km
5,272 miles
KUF
Samara
Russia
Distance
8,485 km
5,272 mi / 4,581 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/New_York
Heading
26°
north northeast

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DTW KUF
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Kurumoch International Airport
IATA Code DTW KUF
ICAO Code KDTW UWWW
City Detroit Samara
Country United States Russia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Samara
Elevation 645 ft 477 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 53.500000, 50.160000

Detroit (DTW) to Samara (KUF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) in Samara, Russia is 8,485 kilometers (5,272 miles / 4,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 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 09:44 in Detroit, it's 18:44 in Samara. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Samara (KUF) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 326° (north 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 Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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