DTW
Detroit
United States
8,003 km
4,973 miles
QSC
Sao Carlos
Brazil
Distance
8,003 km
4,973 mi / 4,321 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
146°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW QSC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Sao Carlos Airport
IATA Code DTW QSC
ICAO Code KDTW SDSC
City Detroit Sao Carlos
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 645 ft 2,649 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -21.880000, -47.900000

Detroit (DTW) to Sao Carlos (QSC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 8,003 kilometers (4,973 miles / 4,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 06:02 in Detroit, it's 08:02 in Sao Carlos.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,004 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 333° (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 Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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