DTW
Detroit
United States
5,095 km
3,166 miles
GAL
Galena
United States
Distance
5,095 km
3,166 mi / 2,751 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/New_York
Heading
325°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW GAL
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Edward G Pitka Sr Airport
IATA Code DTW GAL
ICAO Code KDTW PAGA
City Detroit Galena
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Anchorage
Elevation 645 ft 154 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 64.740000, -156.930000

Detroit (DTW) to Galena (GAL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States is 5,095 kilometers (3,166 miles / 2,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 4-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 14:28 in Detroit, it's 10:28 in Galena. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Galena (GAL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 82° (east). 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 Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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