DTW
Detroit
United States
6,774 km
4,209 miles
ZHI
Grenchen Airport
Switzerland
Distance
6,774 km
4,209 mi / 3,658 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
51°
northeast

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DTW ZHI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Grenchen Airport
IATA Code DTW ZHI
ICAO Code KDTW LSZG
City Detroit N/A
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 645 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 47.180000, 7.420000

Detroit (DTW) to Grenchen Airport (ZHI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Grenchen Airport (ZHI) in Grenchen Airport, Switzerland is 6,774 kilometers (4,209 miles / 3,658 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:38 in Detroit, it's 22:38 in Grenchen Airport. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Grenchen Airport (ZHI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Grenchen Airport (ZHI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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