Airport Comparison
| DTW | PMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | PMD |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | KPMD |
| City | Detroit | Palmdale |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 2,543 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 34.630000, -118.080000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 3,117 kilometers (1,937 miles / 1,683 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 266°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 07:34 in Detroit, it's 04:34 in Palmdale. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,897 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.
The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.