DTW
Detroit
United States
11,809 km
7,338 miles
TAI
Ta'izz
Yemen
Distance
11,809 km
7,338 mi / 6,376 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
53°
northeast

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DTW TAI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Ta'izz International Airport
IATA Code DTW TAI
ICAO Code KDTW OYTZ
City Detroit Ta'izz
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Aden
Elevation 645 ft 4,838 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 13.690000, 44.140000

Detroit (DTW) to Ta'izz (TAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Ta'izz International Airport (TAI) in Ta'izz, Yemen is 11,809 kilometers (7,338 miles / 6,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:14 in Detroit, it's 10:14 in Ta'izz. With a 8-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 4,193 feet between the two airports. Ta'izz International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Ta'izz (TAI) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 322° (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 Ta'izz International Airport (TAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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