Detroit (DTW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 5,170
miles
8,320
kilometers
4,493
nautical miles

🕐 10h 21m
Flight Time
🧭 SE (142°)
Direction
🌍 +2h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
5,170 8,272
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
5,170 8,272
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
5,170 7,755
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
5,170 7,755
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
5,170 10,340
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
5,170 7,755
Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Rio De Janeiro, your watch will be 2 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The DTW to GIG route connects Detroit, United States with Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. This long-haul flight covers 5,170 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Brazil. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a SE bearing of 142° from Detroit. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves Detroit, United States.

🛬 About GIG

Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport

Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) serves Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport is 5,170 miles (8,320 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from DTW to GIG typically take around 10h 21m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 5,170 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.