The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 13,565 kilometers (8,429 miles / 7,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:57 in Detroit, it's 05:57 in Antartica.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,816 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 360° (north). 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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.