DTW
Detroit
United States
7,979 km
4,958 miles
VLR
Vallenar
Chile
Distance
7,979 km
4,958 mi / 4,308 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
168°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW VLR
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Vallenar Airport
IATA Code DTW VLR
ICAO Code KDTW SCLL
City Detroit Vallenar
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/New_York America/Santiago
Elevation 645 ft 1,725 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -28.600000, -70.760000

Detroit (DTW) to Vallenar (VLR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 7,979 kilometers (4,958 miles / 4,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:58 in Detroit, it's 19:58 in Vallenar.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,080 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 350° (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 Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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