DTW
Detroit
United States
5,951 km
3,698 miles
FFD
Fairford
United Kingdom
Distance
5,951 km
3,698 mi / 3,213 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW FFD
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport RAF Fairford
IATA Code DTW FFD
ICAO Code KDTW EGVA
City Detroit Fairford
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 645 ft 286 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 51.680000, -1.790000

Detroit (DTW) to Fairford (FFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to RAF Fairford (FFD) in Fairford, United Kingdom is 5,951 kilometers (3,698 miles / 3,213 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 11:46 in Detroit, it's 16:46 in Fairford. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fairford (FFD) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 294° (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 RAF Fairford (FFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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