DTW
Detroit
United States
7,101 km
4,412 miles
POI
Potosi
Bolivia
Distance
7,101 km
4,412 mi / 3,834 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
161°
south southeast

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Airport Comparison

DTW POI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport
IATA Code DTW POI
ICAO Code KDTW SLPO
City Detroit Potosi
Country United States Bolivia
Timezone America/New_York America/La_Paz
Elevation 645 ft 12,913 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -19.540000, -65.720000

Detroit (DTW) to Potosi (POI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) in Potosi, Bolivia is 7,101 kilometers (4,412 miles / 3,834 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 Bolivia. 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 00:29 in Detroit, it's 00:29 in Potosi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 12,268 feet between the two airports. Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Potosi (POI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 346° (north 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 Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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