DTW
Detroit
United States
8,113 km
5,041 miles
MJI
Tripoli
Libya
Distance
8,113 km
5,041 mi / 4,381 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
61°
east northeast

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DTW MJI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Mitiga Airport
IATA Code DTW MJI
ICAO Code KDTW HLLM
City Detroit Tripoli
Country United States Libya
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 645 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 32.890000, 13.280000

Detroit (DTW) to Tripoli (MJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mitiga Airport (MJI) in Tripoli, Libya is 8,113 kilometers (5,041 miles / 4,381 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Libya. 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 18:37 in Detroit, it's 01:37 in Tripoli. With a 7-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 Tripoli (MJI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 310° (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 Mitiga Airport (MJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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