DTW
Detroit
United States
6,116 km
3,800 miles
TFS
Tenerife Island
Spain
Distance
6,116 km
3,800 mi / 3,302 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
82°
east

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DTW TFS
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Tenerife South Airport
IATA Code DTW TFS
ICAO Code KDTW GCTS
City Detroit Tenerife Island
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 645 ft 209 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 28.040000, -16.570000

Detroit (DTW) to Tenerife Island (TFS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) in Tenerife Island, Spain is 6,116 kilometers (3,800 miles / 3,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 15:21 in Detroit, it's 20:21 in Tenerife Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tenerife Island (TFS) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 304° (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 Tenerife South Airport (TFS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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