The flight distance from Ballalae Airport (BAS) in Ballalae, Solomon Islands to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 13,037 kilometers (8,101 miles / 7,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Solomon Islands 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 07:29 in Ballalae, it's 15:29 in Detroit. With a 16-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 Ballalae (BAS) follows a heading of 286° (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 Ballalae Airport (BAS) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.