DTW
Detroit
United States
7,444 km
4,625 miles
LEC
Lencois
Brazil
Distance
7,444 km
4,625 mi / 4,019 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
135°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW LEC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Chapada Diamantina Airport
IATA Code DTW LEC
ICAO Code KDTW SBLE
City Detroit Lencois
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Bahia
Elevation 645 ft 1,676 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -12.480000, -41.280000

Detroit (DTW) to Lencois (LEC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Chapada Diamantina Airport (LEC) in Lencois, Brazil is 7,444 kilometers (4,625 miles / 4,019 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:38 in Detroit, it's 01:38 in Lencois.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,031 feet between the two airports. Chapada Diamantina Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Lencois (LEC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Chapada Diamantina Airport (LEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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