DTW
Detroit
United States
4,661 km
2,896 miles
MTX
Fairbanks
United States
Distance
4,661 km
2,896 mi / 2,517 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/New_York
Heading
325°
northwest

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DTW MTX
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Metro Field
IATA Code DTW MTX
ICAO Code KDTW KMTF
City Detroit Fairbanks
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Anchorage
Elevation 645 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 64.810000, -147.760000

Detroit (DTW) to Fairbanks (MTX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States is 4,661 kilometers (2,896 miles / 2,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 4-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 14:37 in Detroit, it's 10:37 in Fairbanks. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fairbanks (MTX) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Metro Field (MTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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