DTW
Detroit
United States
14,554 km
9,043 miles
MZV
Mulu
Malaysia
Distance
14,554 km
9,043 mi / 7,859 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
336°
north northwest

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DTW MZV
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Mulu Airport
IATA Code DTW MZV
ICAO Code KDTW WBMU
City Detroit Mulu
Country United States Malaysia
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Elevation 645 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 4.050000, 114.810000

Detroit (DTW) to Mulu (MZV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mulu Airport (MZV) in Mulu, Malaysia is 14,554 kilometers (9,043 miles / 7,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:42 in Detroit, it's 03:42 in Mulu. With a 13-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 Mulu (MZV) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). 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 Mulu Airport (MZV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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