DTW
Detroit
United States
8,894 km
5,526 miles
ESL
Elista
Russia
Distance
8,894 km
5,526 mi / 4,802 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
34°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW ESL
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Elista Airport
IATA Code DTW ESL
ICAO Code KDTW URWI
City Detroit Elista
Country United States Russia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Moscow
Elevation 645 ft 501 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 46.370000, 44.330000

Detroit (DTW) to Elista (ESL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Elista Airport (ESL) in Elista, Russia is 8,894 kilometers (5,526 miles / 4,802 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 Russia. 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 22:58 in Detroit, it's 06:58 in Elista. With a 8-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 Elista (ESL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 323° (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 Elista Airport (ESL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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