Airport Comparison
| DTW | RMQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | RMQ |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | RCMQ |
| City | Detroit | Taichung City |
| Country | United States | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 663 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 24.260000, 120.620000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Taichung City (RMQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (RMQ) in Taichung City, Taiwan is 12,224 kilometers (7,596 miles / 6,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 Taiwan. 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 09:37 in Detroit, it's 22:37 in Taichung City. With a 13-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 Taichung City (RMQ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 19° (north northeast). 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 Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (RMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.