DTW
Detroit
United States
4,890 km
3,039 miles
PTZ
Shell Mera
Ecuador
Distance
4,890 km
3,039 mi / 2,641 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
172°
south

Airport Comparison

DTW PTZ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Rio Amazonas Airport
IATA Code DTW PTZ
ICAO Code KDTW SESM
City Detroit Shell Mera
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/New_York America/Guayaquil
Elevation 645 ft 3,465 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -1.510000, -78.060000

Detroit (DTW) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 4,890 kilometers (3,039 miles / 2,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 172°.

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 Ecuador. 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 08:34 in Detroit, it's 08:34 in Shell Mera.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,820 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 354° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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