DTW
Detroit
United States
3,386 km
2,104 miles
SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
Distance
3,386 km
2,104 mi / 1,828 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
25°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW SFJ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Kangerlussuaq Airport
IATA Code DTW SFJ
ICAO Code KDTW BGSF
City Detroit Kangerlussuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 645 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 67.010000, -50.710000

Detroit (DTW) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland is 3,386 kilometers (2,104 miles / 1,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Detroit, it's 16:46 in Kangerlussuaq. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). 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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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