The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya is 12,410 kilometers (7,711 miles / 6,701 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 Kenya. 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 05:26 in Detroit, it's 13:26 in Masai Mara. With a 8-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 4,555 feet between the two airports. Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Masai Mara (MRE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 315° (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 Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.