CUZ
Cusco
Peru
6,308 km
3,920 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
6,308 km
3,920 mi / 3,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Lima
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

CUZ DTW
Airport Name Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code CUZ DTW
ICAO Code SPZO KDTW
City Cusco Detroit
Country Peru United States
Timezone America/Lima America/New_York
Elevation 10,860 ft 645 ft
Coordinates -13.540000, -71.940000 42.210000, -83.350000

Cusco (CUZ) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 6,308 kilometers (3,920 miles / 3,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:20 in Cusco, it's 19:20 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,215 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Cusco (CUZ) follows a heading of 167° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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