DTW
Detroit
United States
12,057 km
7,492 miles
RIY
Riyan
Yemen
Distance
12,057 km
7,492 mi / 6,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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DTW RIY
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Mukalla International Airport
IATA Code DTW RIY
ICAO Code KDTW OYRN
City Detroit Riyan
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Aden
Elevation 645 ft 54 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 14.660000, 49.380000

Detroit (DTW) to Riyan (RIY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mukalla International Airport (RIY) in Riyan, Yemen is 12,057 kilometers (7,492 miles / 6,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Yemen. 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 08:34 in Detroit, it's 16:34 in Riyan. 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 Riyan (RIY) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 325° (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 Mukalla International Airport (RIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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