DTW
Detroit
United States
6,331 km
3,934 miles
VIT
Alava
Spain
Distance
6,331 km
3,934 mi / 3,419 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
60°
east northeast

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DTW VIT
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Vitoria/Foronda Airport
IATA Code DTW VIT
ICAO Code KDTW LEVT
City Detroit Alava
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Madrid
Elevation 645 ft 1,682 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 42.880000, -2.720000

Detroit (DTW) to Alava (VIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) in Alava, Spain is 6,331 kilometers (3,934 miles / 3,419 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 11:49 in Detroit, it's 17:49 in Alava. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,037 feet between the two airports. Vitoria/Foronda Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Alava (VIT) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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