DTW
Detroit
United States
6,685 km
4,154 miles
VLC
Valencia
Spain
Distance
6,685 km
4,154 mi / 3,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
62°
east northeast

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DTW VLC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Valencia Airport
IATA Code DTW VLC
ICAO Code KDTW LEVC
City Detroit Valencia
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Madrid
Elevation 645 ft 240 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 39.490000, -0.480000

Detroit (DTW) to Valencia (VLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Valencia Airport (VLC) in Valencia, Spain is 6,685 kilometers (4,154 miles / 3,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 22:42 in Detroit, it's 04:42 in Valencia. 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.

The return flight from Valencia (VLC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 302° (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 Valencia Airport (VLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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