DTW
Detroit
United States
7,196 km
4,471 miles
PNZ
Petrolina
Brazil
Distance
7,196 km
4,471 mi / 3,885 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW PNZ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Senador Nilo Coelho Airport
IATA Code DTW PNZ
ICAO Code KDTW SBPL
City Detroit Petrolina
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Bahia
Elevation 645 ft 1,263 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -9.360000, -40.570000

Detroit (DTW) to Petrolina (PNZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 7,196 kilometers (4,471 miles / 3,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 Brazil. 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 20:04 in Detroit, it's 22:04 in Petrolina.

The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 326° (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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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