Airport Comparison
| DTW | RGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Hermes Quijada International Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | RGA |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | SAWE |
| City | Detroit | Rio Grande |
| Country | United States | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | -53.780000, -67.750000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Rio Grande (RGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina is 10,777 kilometers (6,696 miles / 5,819 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south at a heading of 171°.
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 Argentina. 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 02:21 in Detroit, it's 04:21 in Rio Grande.
The return flight from Rio Grande (RGA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 348° (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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.