DTW
Detroit
United States
5,583 km
3,469 miles
WAA
Wales
United States
Distance
5,583 km
3,469 mi / 3,015 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/New_York
Heading
328°
north northwest

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DTW WAA
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Wales Airport
IATA Code DTW WAA
ICAO Code KDTW PAIW
City Detroit Wales
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Anchorage
Elevation 645 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 65.620000, -168.090000

Detroit (DTW) to Wales (WAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Wales Airport (WAA) in Wales, United States is 5,583 kilometers (3,469 miles / 3,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 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 4-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 08:56 in Detroit, it's 04:56 in Wales. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wales (WAA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 74° (east 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 Wales Airport (WAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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