The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Wau Airport (WUG) in Wau, Papua New Guinea is 13,775 kilometers (8,559 miles / 7,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:01 in Detroit, it's 05:01 in Wau. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,955 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUG) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 43° (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 Wau Airport (WUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.