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 New York take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 773 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 New York

773

Kilometres (km)

480

Miles (mi)

417

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Detroit to New York is approximately 773 km. The typical flight time is 1h 40m.

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 New York

La Guardia Airport (LGA)17 km
New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS)19 km
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)33 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Detroit to New York is approximately 773 km (480 miles).