DTW
Detroit
United States
3,218 km
2,000 miles
ILS
San Salvador
El Salvador
Distance
3,218 km
2,000 mi / 1,738 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
192°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

DTW ILS
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Ilopango International Airport
IATA Code DTW ILS
ICAO Code KDTW MSSS
City Detroit San Salvador
Country United States El Salvador
Timezone America/New_York America/El_Salvador
Elevation 645 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 13.700000, -89.120000

Detroit (DTW) to San Salvador (ILS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 3,218 kilometers (2,000 miles / 1,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.

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 an international route connecting United States with El Salvador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:14 in Detroit, it's 08:14 in San Salvador.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,376 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from San Salvador (ILS) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 9° (north). 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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