The flight distance from Coleman A Young Municipal Airport (DET) in Detroit, United States to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 17,977 kilometers (11,171 miles / 9,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:22 in Detroit, it's 06:22 in Perth. With a 13-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 Perth (PER) to Detroit (DET) follows a heading of 50° (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 Coleman A Young Municipal Airport (DET) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.