DTW
Detroit
United States
10,918 km
6,784 miles
QJB
Jubail
Saudi Arabia
Distance
10,918 km
6,784 mi / 5,895 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
41°
northeast

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DTW QJB
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Jubail Airport
IATA Code DTW QJB
ICAO Code KDTW OEJB
City Detroit Jubail
Country United States Saudi Arabia
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 645 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 27.040000, 49.410000

Detroit (DTW) to Jubail (QJB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Jubail Airport (QJB) in Jubail, Saudi Arabia is 10,918 kilometers (6,784 miles / 5,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 07:00 in Detroit, it's 15:00 in Jubail. 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.

The return flight from Jubail (QJB) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Jubail Airport (QJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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