The flight distance from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) in Alice Springs, Australia to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 16,030 kilometers (9,960 miles / 8,655 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:27 in Alice Springs, it's 05:57 in Detroit. With a 14.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,144 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Alice Springs Airport.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Alice Springs (ASP) follows a heading of 289° (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 Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.