DTW
Detroit
United States
6,661 km
4,139 miles
THE
Teresina
Brazil
Distance
6,661 km
4,139 mi / 3,596 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW THE
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Senador Petronio Portela Airport
IATA Code DTW THE
ICAO Code KDTW SBTE
City Detroit Teresina
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Fortaleza
Elevation 645 ft 219 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -5.060000, -42.820000

Detroit (DTW) to Teresina (THE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) in Teresina, Brazil is 6,661 kilometers (4,139 miles / 3,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 Brazil. 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 08:28 in Detroit, it's 10:28 in Teresina.

The return flight from Teresina (THE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 326° (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 Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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