The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Kotakoli Airport (KLI) in Kotakoli Airport, DR Congo is 10,918 kilometers (6,784 miles / 5,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 DR Congo. 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 21:47 in Detroit, it's 02:47 in Kotakoli Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,156 feet between the two airports. Kotakoli Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Kotakoli Airport (KLI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 314° (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 Kotakoli Airport (KLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.