DTW
Detroit
United States
6,412 km
3,984 miles
EME
Emden
Germany
Distance
6,412 km
3,984 mi / 3,462 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW EME
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Emden Airport
IATA Code DTW EME
ICAO Code KDTW EDWE
City Detroit Emden
Country United States Germany
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Berlin
Elevation 645 ft 3 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 53.390000, 7.230000

Detroit (DTW) to Emden (EME) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Emden Airport (EME) in Emden, Germany is 6,412 kilometers (3,984 miles / 3,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:01 in Detroit, it's 12:01 in Emden. With a 6-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 Emden (EME) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 299° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Emden Airport (EME) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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