The flight distance from Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) in Al Ghaidah International Airport, Yemen to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 12,084 kilometers (7,509 miles / 6,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Yemen with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:08 in Al Ghaidah International Airport, it's 22:08 in Detroit. With a 8-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 Detroit (DTW) to Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.