Airport Comparison
| DTW | VHN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Culberson County Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | VHN |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | KVHN |
| City | Detroit | Van Horn |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 3,957 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 31.060000, -104.780000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Van Horn (VHN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Culberson County Airport (VHN) in Van Horn, United States is 2,269 kilometers (1,410 miles / 1,225 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:02 in Detroit, it's 11:02 in Van Horn.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,312 feet between the two airports. Culberson County Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.
The return flight from Van Horn (VHN) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 51° (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 Culberson County Airport (VHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.