DTW
Detroit
United States
3,143 km
1,953 miles
WIX
Tuxpan Airport
Mexico
Distance
3,143 km
1,953 mi / 1,697 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
223°
southwest

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DTW WIX
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Tuxpan Airport
IATA Code DTW WIX
ICAO Code KDTW MMTX
City Detroit N/A
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Mexico_City
Elevation 645 ft 4,019 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 19.580000, -103.380000

Detroit (DTW) to Tuxpan Airport (WIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Tuxpan Airport (WIX) in Tuxpan Airport, Mexico is 3,143 kilometers (1,953 miles / 1,697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:21 in Detroit, it's 15:21 in Tuxpan Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,374 feet between the two airports. Tuxpan Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Tuxpan Airport (WIX) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Tuxpan Airport (WIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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