DTW
Detroit
United States
5,518 km
3,429 miles
ORK
Cork
Ireland
Distance
5,518 km
3,429 mi / 2,979 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
52°
northeast

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DTW ORK
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Cork Airport
IATA Code DTW ORK
ICAO Code KDTW EICK
City Detroit Cork
Country United States Ireland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Dublin
Elevation 645 ft 502 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 51.840000, -8.490000

Detroit (DTW) to Cork (ORK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Cork Airport (ORK) in Cork, Ireland is 5,518 kilometers (3,429 miles / 2,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Ireland. 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 05:49 in Detroit, it's 10:49 in Cork. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Cork (ORK) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 290° (west 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 Cork Airport (ORK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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