The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to M'Bigou Airport (MBC) in M'Bigou, Gabon is 10,583 kilometers (6,576 miles / 5,714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Gabon. 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 15:36 in Detroit, it's 21:36 in M'Bigou. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,701 feet between the two airports. M'Bigou Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from M'Bigou (MBC) 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 M'Bigou Airport (MBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.