DTW
Detroit
United States
6,389 km
3,970 miles
GRQ
Groningen
Netherlands
Distance
6,389 km
3,970 mi / 3,450 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

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DTW GRQ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Eelde Airport
IATA Code DTW GRQ
ICAO Code KDTW EHGG
City Detroit Groningen
Country United States Netherlands
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 645 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 53.120000, 6.580000

Detroit (DTW) to Groningen (GRQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Eelde Airport (GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands is 6,389 kilometers (3,970 miles / 3,450 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 05:51 in Detroit, it's 11:51 in Groningen. 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 Groningen (GRQ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 299° (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 Eelde Airport (GRQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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