DTW
Detroit
United States
2,713 km
1,686 miles
YZU
Whitecourt
Canada
Distance
2,713 km
1,686 mi / 1,465 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
310°
northwest

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DTW YZU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Whitecourt Airport
IATA Code DTW YZU
ICAO Code KDTW CYZU
City Detroit Whitecourt
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Edmonton
Elevation 645 ft 2,567 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 54.140000, -115.790000

Detroit (DTW) to Whitecourt (YZU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Whitecourt Airport (YZU) in Whitecourt, Canada is 2,713 kilometers (1,686 miles / 1,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 13:03 in Detroit, it's 11:03 in Whitecourt.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,922 feet between the two airports. Whitecourt Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Whitecourt (YZU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 106° (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 Whitecourt Airport (YZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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