DTW to DXB Route Guide
Detroit, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KDTW (Detroit, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,155 NM (11,399 km / 7,083 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 38° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 13h 19m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
6,155 NM
11,399 km / 7,083 mi
Initial Bearing
38° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
13h 19m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
19,965 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
645 ft
KDTW
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,155 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DTW-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DTW and DXB?
6,155 nautical miles (11,399 km / 7,083 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Detroit to Dubai?
Approximately 13h 19m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DTW-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
38° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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