The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Mount Sanford Station Airport (MTD) in Mount Sanford Station Airport, Australia is 15,750 kilometers (9,787 miles / 8,504 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:17 in Detroit, it's 08:47 in Mount Sanford Station Airport. With a 14.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Mount Sanford Station Airport (MTD) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 42° (northeast). 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 Mount Sanford Station Airport (MTD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.