DTW
Detroit
United States
4,545 km
2,824 miles
YLT
Alert
Canada
Distance
4,545 km
2,824 mi / 2,454 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

DTW YLT
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Alert Airport
IATA Code DTW YLT
ICAO Code KDTW CYLT
City Detroit Alert
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Toronto
Elevation 645 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 82.520000, -62.280000

Detroit (DTW) to Alert (YLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Alert Airport (YLT) in Alert, Canada is 4,545 kilometers (2,824 miles / 2,454 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:50 in Detroit, it's 04:50 in Alert.

The return flight from Alert (YLT) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 204° (south southwest). 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 Alert Airport (YLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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