Airport Comparison
| DTW | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | RGL |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | SAWG |
| City | Detroit | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | United States | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 10,520 kilometers (6,537 miles / 5,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 171°.
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 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 03:57 in Detroit, it's 05:57 in Rio Gallegos.
The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 350° (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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.