DTW
Detroit
United States
6,372 km
3,960 miles
GLZ
Breda
Netherlands
Distance
6,372 km
3,960 mi / 3,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
48°
northeast

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DTW GLZ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Gilze Rijen Air Base
IATA Code DTW GLZ
ICAO Code KDTW EHGR
City Detroit Breda
Country United States Netherlands
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 645 ft 49 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 51.570000, 4.930000

Detroit (DTW) to Breda (GLZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) in Breda, Netherlands is 6,372 kilometers (3,960 miles / 3,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Netherlands. 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 06:06 in Detroit, it's 12:06 in Breda. 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 Breda (GLZ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 298° (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 Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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