The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Raglan Airfield (RAG) in Raglan Airfield, New Zealand is 13,577 kilometers (8,436 miles / 7,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Detroit, it's 11:05 in Raglan Airfield. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Raglan Airfield (RAG) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). 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 Raglan Airfield (RAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.