DTW
Detroit
United States
3,975 km
2,470 miles
NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
Distance
3,975 km
2,470 mi / 2,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/New_York
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

DTW NAQ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Qaanaaq Airport
IATA Code DTW NAQ
ICAO Code KDTW BGQQ
City Detroit Qaanaaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Thule
Elevation 645 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 77.490000, -69.390000

Detroit (DTW) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 3,975 kilometers (2,470 miles / 2,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:19 in Detroit, it's 10:19 in Qaanaaq.

The return flight from Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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