Airport Comparison
| DTW | SAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport | Safford Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | DTW | SAD |
| ICAO Code | KDTW | KSAD |
| City | Detroit | Safford |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 645 ft | 3,178 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.210000, -83.350000 | 32.850000, -109.640000 |
Detroit (DTW) to Safford (SAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Safford Regional Airport (SAD) in Safford, United States is 2,528 kilometers (1,571 miles / 1,365 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 14:32 in Detroit, it's 12:32 in Safford.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,533 feet between the two airports. Safford Regional Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.
The return flight from Safford (SAD) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 58° (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 Safford Regional Airport (SAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.