DTW
Detroit
United States
4,844 km
3,010 miles
PDL
Ponta Delgada
Portugal
Distance
4,844 km
3,010 mi / 2,615 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/New_York
Heading
76°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW PDL
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Joao Paulo II Airport
IATA Code DTW PDL
ICAO Code KDTW LPPD
City Detroit Ponta Delgada
Country United States Portugal
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 645 ft 259 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 37.740000, -25.700000

Detroit (DTW) to Ponta Delgada (PDL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) in Ponta Delgada, Portugal is 4,844 kilometers (3,010 miles / 2,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:41 in Detroit, it's 17:41 in Ponta Delgada. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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