Direct (nonstop) flights from Tokyo to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Haneda Airport (HND) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 6,427 miles (10,344 km), about 12h 4m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

HND
Haneda Airport
🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
12h 4m
Distance
6,427 mi
10,344 km
CO₂/pax
983 kg
−54 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
-13h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
HND → DTW
Flight Time
12h 4m
Distance
6,427 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tokyo to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 983 kg CO₂ per passenger

HND MSP (Minneapolis) DTW
Leg 1: 11h 19m (5,981 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (528 mi) Total: ~13h 3m 🍃 1037 kg CO₂ (+5% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HND → MSP
11h 19m · 5,981 mi
View HND to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
View MSP to DTW flights →
HND ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 11h 50m (6,305 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~13h 17m 🍃 1032 kg CO₂ (+5% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HND → ORD
11h 50m · 6,305 mi
View HND to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
View ORD to DTW flights →
HND YVR (Vancouver) DTW
Leg 1: 8h 50m (4,708 mi) Leg 2: 4h 30m (1,962 mi) Total: ~13h 20m 🍃 1076 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HND → YVR
8h 50m · 4,708 mi
View HND to YVR flights →
Leg 2
YVR → DTW
4h 30m · 1,962 mi
View YVR to DTW flights →
HND SEA (Seattle) DTW
Leg 1: 9h 10m (4,804 mi) Leg 2: 4h 22m (1,926 mi) Total: ~13h 32m 🍃 1085 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HND → SEA
9h 10m · 4,804 mi
View HND to SEA flights →
Leg 2
SEA → DTW
4h 22m · 1,926 mi
View SEA to DTW flights →
HND YYZ (Toronto) DTW
Leg 1: 12h 13m (6,443 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (215 mi) Total: ~13h 37m 🍃 1050 kg CO₂ (+7% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HND → YYZ
12h 13m · 6,443 mi
View HND to YYZ flights →
Leg 2
YYZ → DTW
1h 24m · 215 mi
View YYZ to DTW flights →

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DTW → HND: Flights from Detroit to Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tokyo to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Tokyo (HND) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 12 hours and 4 minutes. The distance is 6,427 miles (10,344 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Tokyo from Detroit?

The flight distance from Tokyo to Detroit is 6,427 miles (10,344 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Tokyo.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Detroit?

Detroit is 13 hours behind Tokyo. (Asia/Tokyo vs America/New_York.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Tokyo to Detroit?

Probably — 13-hour time difference means significant jet lag. Expect about 1 day of adjustment per hour of shift. Flying westward is generally easier to adjust to.

What type of aircraft flies from Tokyo to Detroit?

At 12h 4m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to USA?

Depends on your passport. Check with the USA embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tokyo to Detroit?

Roughly 983 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 4,915 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Tokyo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Detroit?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Haneda Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.