DTW
Detroit
United States
2,345 km
1,457 miles
YQX
Gander
Canada
Distance
2,345 km
1,457 mi / 1,266 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
America/New_York
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW YQX
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Gander International Airport
IATA Code DTW YQX
ICAO Code KDTW CYQX
City Detroit Gander
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/St_Johns
Elevation 645 ft 496 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 48.940000, -54.570000

Detroit (DTW) to Gander (YQX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada is 2,345 kilometers (1,457 miles / 1,266 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 04:26 in Detroit, it's 05:56 in Gander.

The return flight from Gander (YQX) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 Gander International Airport (YQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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