DTW
Detroit
United States
5,069 km
3,150 miles
MCH
Machala
Ecuador
Distance
5,069 km
3,150 mi / 2,737 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
175°
south

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DTW MCH
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport General Manuel Serrano Airport
IATA Code DTW MCH
ICAO Code KDTW SEMH
City Detroit Machala
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/New_York America/Guayaquil
Elevation 645 ft 11 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -3.270000, -79.960000

Detroit (DTW) to Machala (MCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador is 5,069 kilometers (3,150 miles / 2,737 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 Ecuador. 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 05:00 in Detroit, it's 05:00 in Machala.

The return flight from Machala (MCH) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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