DTW
Detroit
United States
6,219 km
3,864 miles
LPA
Gran Canaria Island
Spain
Distance
6,219 km
3,864 mi / 3,358 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
81°
east

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DTW LPA
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Gran Canaria Airport
IATA Code DTW LPA
ICAO Code KDTW GCLP
City Detroit Gran Canaria Island
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 645 ft 78 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 27.930000, -15.390000

Detroit (DTW) to Gran Canaria Island (LPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain is 6,219 kilometers (3,864 miles / 3,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 81°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Detroit, it's 06:40 in Gran Canaria Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gran Canaria Island (LPA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 304° (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 Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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