The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) in Xingcheng Air Base, China is 10,496 kilometers (6,522 miles / 5,668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:54 in Detroit, it's 01:54 in Xingcheng Air Base. With a 12-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 Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). 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 Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.