DTW
Detroit
United States
3,988 km
2,478 miles
YXY
Whitehorse
Canada
Distance
3,988 km
2,478 mi / 2,153 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
319°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW YXY
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport
IATA Code DTW YXY
ICAO Code KDTW CYXY
City Detroit Whitehorse
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Whitehorse
Elevation 645 ft 2,317 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 60.710000, -135.070000

Detroit (DTW) to Whitehorse (YXY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) in Whitehorse, Canada is 3,988 kilometers (2,478 miles / 2,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 02:55 in Detroit, it's 00:55 in Whitehorse.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,672 feet between the two airports. Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Whitehorse (YXY) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 97° (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 Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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