DTW
Detroit
United States
3,263 km
2,027 miles
YYE
Fort Nelson
Canada
Distance
3,263 km
2,027 mi / 1,762 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
318°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW YYE
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Fort Nelson Airport
IATA Code DTW YYE
ICAO Code KDTW CYYE
City Detroit Fort Nelson
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Fort_Nelson
Elevation 645 ft 1,253 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 58.840000, -122.600000

Detroit (DTW) to Fort Nelson (YYE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) in Fort Nelson, Canada is 3,263 kilometers (2,027 miles / 1,762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 23:23 in Detroit, it's 21:23 in Fort Nelson.

The return flight from Fort Nelson (YYE) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). 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 Fort Nelson Airport (YYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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