DTW
Detroit
United States
2,998 km
1,863 miles
YHY
Hay River
Canada
Distance
2,998 km
1,863 mi / 1,619 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
325°
northwest

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DTW YHY
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport
IATA Code DTW YHY
ICAO Code KDTW CYHY
City Detroit Hay River
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Yellowknife
Elevation 645 ft 541 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 60.840000, -115.780000

Detroit (DTW) to Hay River (YHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) in Hay River, Canada is 2,998 kilometers (1,863 miles / 1,619 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in Detroit, it's 15:54 in Hay River.

The return flight from Hay River (YHY) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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