DTW
Detroit
United States
5,578 km
3,466 miles
PPW
Papa Westray
United Kingdom
Distance
5,578 km
3,466 mi / 3,012 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
41°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW PPW
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Papa Westray Airport
IATA Code DTW PPW
ICAO Code KDTW EGEP
City Detroit Papa Westray
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 645 ft 91 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 59.350000, -2.900000

Detroit (DTW) to Papa Westray (PPW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Papa Westray Airport (PPW) in Papa Westray, United Kingdom is 5,578 kilometers (3,466 miles / 3,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 18:17 in Detroit, it's 23:17 in Papa Westray. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Papa Westray (PPW) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 288° (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 Papa Westray Airport (PPW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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