DTW
Detroit
United States
7,814 km
4,855 miles
GAE
Gabes
Tunisia
Distance
7,814 km
4,855 mi / 4,219 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW GAE
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Gabes Matmata International Airport
IATA Code DTW GAE
ICAO Code KDTW DTTG
City Detroit Gabes
Country United States Tunisia
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Tunis
Elevation 645 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 33.880000, 10.100000

Detroit (DTW) to Gabes (GAE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) in Gabes, Tunisia is 7,814 kilometers (4,855 miles / 4,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 Tunisia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:09 in Detroit, it's 21:09 in Gabes. 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 Gabes (GAE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 308° (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 Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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