DTW
Detroit
United States
3,197 km
1,986 miles
JSU
Maniitsoq
Greenland
Distance
3,197 km
1,986 mi / 1,726 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
26°
north northeast

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DTW JSU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Maniitsoq Airport
IATA Code DTW JSU
ICAO Code KDTW BGMQ
City Detroit Maniitsoq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 645 ft 91 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 65.410000, -52.940000

Detroit (DTW) to Maniitsoq (JSU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Maniitsoq Airport (JSU) in Maniitsoq, Greenland is 3,197 kilometers (1,986 miles / 1,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in Detroit, it's 17:35 in Maniitsoq. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Maniitsoq (JSU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). 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 Maniitsoq Airport (JSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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