The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gibb River Airport (GBV) in Gibb River Airport, Australia is 15,985 kilometers (9,933 miles / 8,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:31 in Detroit, it's 16:31 in Gibb River Airport. With a 13-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 Gibb River Airport (GBV) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). 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 Gibb River Airport (GBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.