DTW
Detroit
United States
8,464 km
5,259 miles
XLU
Leo
Burkina Faso
Distance
8,464 km
5,259 mi / 4,570 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
88°
east

Airport Comparison

DTW XLU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Leo Airport
IATA Code DTW XLU
ICAO Code KDTW DFCL
City Detroit Leo
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 645 ft 1,181 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 11.100000, -2.100000

Detroit (DTW) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 8,464 kilometers (5,259 miles / 4,570 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Burkina Faso. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:46 in Detroit, it's 15:46 in Leo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Leo (XLU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 311° (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 Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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