DTW
Detroit
United States
4,595 km
2,855 miles
VEY
Vestmannaeyjar
Iceland
Distance
4,595 km
2,855 mi / 2,481 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
37°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW VEY
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Vestmannaeyjar Airport
IATA Code DTW VEY
ICAO Code KDTW BIVM
City Detroit Vestmannaeyjar
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 645 ft 326 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 63.420000, -20.280000

Detroit (DTW) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY) in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland is 4,595 kilometers (2,855 miles / 2,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Iceland. 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 06:50 in Detroit, it's 11:50 in Vestmannaeyjar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Vestmannaeyjar (VEY) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 270° (west). 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 Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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