DTW
Detroit
United States
3,158 km
1,963 miles
SHN
Shelton
United States
Distance
3,158 km
1,963 mi / 1,705 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
294°
west northwest

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DTW SHN
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Sanderson Field
IATA Code DTW SHN
ICAO Code KDTW KSHN
City Detroit Shelton
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 645 ft 273 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 47.230000, -123.150000

Detroit (DTW) to Shelton (SHN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Sanderson Field (SHN) in Shelton, United States is 3,158 kilometers (1,963 miles / 1,705 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 05:23 in Detroit, it's 02:23 in Shelton. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shelton (SHN) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 85° (east). 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 Sanderson Field (SHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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