The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Moyale Airport (OYL) in Moyale (Lower), Kenya is 12,327 kilometers (7,659 miles / 6,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 13:11 in Detroit, it's 21:11 in Moyale (Lower). 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 2,145 feet between the two airports. Moyale Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Moyale (Lower) (OYL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 318° (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 Moyale Airport (OYL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.