DTW
Detroit
United States
3,793 km
2,357 miles
PLP
La Palma
Panama
Distance
3,793 km
2,357 mi / 2,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
171°
south

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DTW PLP
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport
IATA Code DTW PLP
ICAO Code KDTW MPLP
City Detroit La Palma
Country United States Panama
Timezone America/New_York America/Panama
Elevation 645 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 8.410000, -78.140000

Detroit (DTW) to La Palma (PLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) in La Palma, Panama is 3,793 kilometers (2,357 miles / 2,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:10 in Detroit, it's 02:10 in La Palma.

The return flight from La Palma (PLP) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 353° (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 Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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