DTW
Detroit
United States
6,012 km
3,736 miles
SOU
Southampton
United Kingdom
Distance
6,012 km
3,736 mi / 3,246 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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DTW SOU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Southampton Airport
IATA Code DTW SOU
ICAO Code KDTW EGHI
City Detroit Southampton
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 645 ft 44 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 50.950000, -1.360000

Detroit (DTW) to Southampton (SOU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Southampton Airport (SOU) in Southampton, United Kingdom is 6,012 kilometers (3,736 miles / 3,246 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:13 in Detroit, it's 21:13 in Southampton. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Southampton (SOU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Southampton Airport (SOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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