DTW
Detroit
United States
6,236 km
3,875 miles
SLM
Salamanca
Spain
Distance
6,236 km
3,875 mi / 3,367 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
63°
east northeast

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DTW SLM
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Salamanca Airport
IATA Code DTW SLM
ICAO Code KDTW LESA
City Detroit Salamanca
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Madrid
Elevation 645 ft 2,595 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 40.950000, -5.500000

Detroit (DTW) to Salamanca (SLM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Salamanca Airport (SLM) in Salamanca, Spain is 6,236 kilometers (3,875 miles / 3,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:42 in Detroit, it's 02:42 in Salamanca. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,950 feet between the two airports. Salamanca Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Salamanca (SLM) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Salamanca Airport (SLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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