DTW
Detroit
United States
10,747 km
6,678 miles
IWJ
Masuda
Japan
Distance
10,747 km
6,678 mi / 5,803 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/New_York
Heading
332°
north northwest

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DTW IWJ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Iwami Airport
IATA Code DTW IWJ
ICAO Code KDTW RJOW
City Detroit Masuda
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 645 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 34.680000, 131.790000

Detroit (DTW) to Masuda (IWJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Iwami Airport (IWJ) in Masuda, Japan is 10,747 kilometers (6,678 miles / 5,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:10 in Detroit, it's 20:10 in Masuda. With a 14-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 Masuda (IWJ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Iwami Airport (IWJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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