How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Detroit to Los Angeles take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 3,185 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Detroit to Los Angeles

3,185

Kilometres (km)

1,979

Miles (mi)

1,720

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is approximately 3,185 km. The typical flight time is 4h 30m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Detroit

Windsor Airport (YQG)33 km
Toledo Express Airport (TOL)79 km
Bishop International Airport (FNT)90 km

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Detroit to Los Angeles is approximately 3,185 km (1,979 miles).