Airport Comparison
| DTW | YXJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Fort St John Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | YXJ |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | CYXJ |
| City | Detroit | Fort Saint John |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Dawson_Creek |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 2,280 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 56.240000, -120.740000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Fort Saint John (YXJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Fort St John Airport (YXJ) in Fort Saint John, Canada is 3,077 kilometers (1,912 miles / 1,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 03:32 in Detroit, it's 01:32 in Fort Saint John.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,635 feet between the two airports. Fort St John Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.
The return flight from Fort Saint John (YXJ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 104° (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 Fort St John Airport (YXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.