DTW
Detroit
United States
3,151 km
1,958 miles
RFS
La Rosita
Nicaragua
Distance
3,151 km
1,958 mi / 1,701 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
182°
south

Airport Comparison

DTW RFS
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Rosita Airport
IATA Code DTW RFS
ICAO Code KDTW MNRT
City Detroit La Rosita
Country United States Nicaragua
Timezone America/New_York America/Managua
Elevation 645 ft 193 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 13.890000, -84.410000

Detroit (DTW) to La Rosita (RFS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Rosita Airport (RFS) in La Rosita, Nicaragua is 3,151 kilometers (1,958 miles / 1,701 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 182°.

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 Nicaragua. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:53 in Detroit, it's 05:53 in La Rosita.

The return flight from La Rosita (RFS) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 2° (north). 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 Rosita Airport (RFS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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