The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) in Alexandria, Egypt is 9,392 kilometers (5,836 miles / 5,071 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Egypt. 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 05:03 in Detroit, it's 12:03 in Alexandria. With a 7-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 Alexandria (HBE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 317° (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 Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.