DTW
Detroit
United States
2,976 km
1,849 miles
YMB
Merritt
Canada
Distance
2,976 km
1,849 mi / 1,607 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
300°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW YMB
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Merritt Airport
IATA Code DTW YMB
ICAO Code KDTW CAD5
City Detroit Merritt
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 645 ft 2,080 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 50.120000, -120.750000

Detroit (DTW) to Merritt (YMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Merritt Airport (YMB) in Merritt, Canada is 2,976 kilometers (1,849 miles / 1,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 14:54 in Detroit, it's 11:54 in Merritt. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,435 feet between the two airports. Merritt Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Merritt (YMB) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Merritt Airport (YMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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