DTW
Detroit
United States
6,760 km
4,200 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
6,760 km
4,200 mi / 3,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW QLS
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code DTW QLS
ICAO Code KDTW LSGL
City Detroit Lausanne
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 645 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 46.550000, 6.620000

Detroit (DTW) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 6,760 kilometers (4,200 miles / 3,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Switzerland. 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 23:39 in Detroit, it's 05:39 in Lausanne. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,396 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 302° (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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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