Airport Comparison
| BFI | DTW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Boeing Field/King County International Airport | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport |
| IATA Code | BFI | DTW |
| ICAO Code | KBFI | KDTW |
| City | Seattle | Detroit |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 645 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.530000, -122.300000 | 42.210000, -83.350000 |
Seattle (BFI) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) in Seattle, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 3,092 kilometers (1,921 miles / 1,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Seattle, it's 16:43 in Detroit. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Seattle (BFI) follows a heading of 295° (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 Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.