DTW
Detroit
United States
6,767 km
4,205 miles
ERF
Erfurt
Germany
Distance
6,767 km
4,205 mi / 3,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW ERF
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Erfurt Airport
IATA Code DTW ERF
ICAO Code KDTW EDDE
City Detroit Erfurt
Country United States Germany
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Berlin
Elevation 645 ft 1,036 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 50.980000, 10.960000

Detroit (DTW) to Erfurt (ERF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Erfurt Airport (ERF) in Erfurt, Germany is 6,767 kilometers (4,205 miles / 3,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 18:58 in Detroit, it's 00:58 in Erfurt. 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 Erfurt (ERF) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 302° (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 Erfurt Airport (ERF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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