Airport Comparison
| DTW | HOB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Lea County Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | HOB |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | KHOB |
| City | Detroit | Hobbs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 3,661 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 32.690000, -103.220000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Hobbs (HOB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Lea County Regional Airport (HOB) in Hobbs, United States is 2,041 kilometers (1,268 miles / 1,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:09 in Detroit, it's 15:09 in Hobbs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,016 feet between the two airports. Lea County Regional Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.
The return flight from Hobbs (HOB) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 53° (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 Lea County Regional Airport (HOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.