DTW
Detroit
United States
8,298 km
5,156 miles
VAR
Varna
Bulgaria
Distance
8,298 km
5,156 mi / 4,480 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

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DTW VAR
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Varna Airport
IATA Code DTW VAR
ICAO Code KDTW LBWN
City Detroit Varna
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 645 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 43.230000, 27.830000

Detroit (DTW) to Varna (VAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Varna Airport (VAR) in Varna, Bulgaria is 8,298 kilometers (5,156 miles / 4,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 16:10 in Detroit, it's 23:10 in Varna. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Varna (VAR) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 314° (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 Varna Airport (VAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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