DTW
Detroit
United States
8,472 km
5,264 miles
RAF
Rafaela
Argentina
Distance
8,472 km
5,264 mi / 4,574 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
161°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW RAF
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Rafaela Airport
IATA Code DTW RAF
ICAO Code KDTW SAFR
City Detroit Rafaela
Country United States Argentina
Timezone America/New_York America/Argentina/Cordoba
Elevation 645 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -31.280000, -61.500000

Detroit (DTW) to Rafaela (RAF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Rafaela Airport (RAF) in Rafaela, Argentina is 8,472 kilometers (5,264 miles / 4,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:42 in Detroit, it's 00:42 in Rafaela.

The return flight from Rafaela (RAF) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 344° (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 Rafaela Airport (RAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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