Airport Comparison
| DTW | WVN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | WVN |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | EDWI |
| City | Detroit | Wilhelmshaven |
| Country | United States | Germany |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Europe/Berlin |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 53.500000, 8.050000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Wilhelmshaven (WVN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport (WVN) in Wilhelmshaven, Germany is 6,454 kilometers (4,010 miles / 3,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 Germany. 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 08:46 in Detroit, it's 14:46 in Wilhelmshaven. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Wilhelmshaven (WVN) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). 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 Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport (WVN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.