DTW
Detroit
United States
10,352 km
6,433 miles
MZC
Mitzic
Gabon
Distance
10,352 km
6,433 mi / 5,590 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
86°
east

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DTW MZC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Mitzic Airport
IATA Code DTW MZC
ICAO Code KDTW FOOM
City Detroit Mitzic
Country United States Gabon
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Libreville
Elevation 645 ft 1,913 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 0.780000, 11.550000

Detroit (DTW) to Mitzic (MZC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mitzic Airport (MZC) in Mitzic, Gabon is 10,352 kilometers (6,433 miles / 5,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 09:42 in Detroit, it's 15:42 in Mitzic. 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 1,268 feet between the two airports. Mitzic Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Mitzic (MZC) 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 Mitzic Airport (MZC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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