DTW
Detroit
United States
3,879 km
2,410 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
3,879 km
2,410 mi / 2,095 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/New_York
Heading
north

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DTW THU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code DTW THU
ICAO Code KDTW BGTL
City Detroit Thule
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Thule
Elevation 645 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 76.530000, -68.700000

Detroit (DTW) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 3,879 kilometers (2,410 miles / 2,095 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:43 in Detroit, it's 08:43 in Thule.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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