DTW
Detroit
United States
5,405 km
3,359 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
5,405 km
3,359 mi / 2,918 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
172°
south

Airport Comparison

DTW RIJ
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code DTW RIJ
ICAO Code KDTW SPJA
City Detroit Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/New_York America/Lima
Elevation 645 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Detroit (DTW) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 5,405 kilometers (3,359 miles / 2,918 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 Peru. 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 08:14 in Detroit, it's 08:14 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,062 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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