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 Melbourne to Detroit take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 15,930 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: Melbourne to Detroit

15,930

Kilometres (km)

9,898

Miles (mi)

8,602

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Melbourne to Detroit is approximately 15,930 km. The typical flight time is 19h 14m.

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 Melbourne

Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)8 km
Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW)41 km
Avalon Airport (AVV)52 km

Near Detroit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Melbourne to Detroit is approximately 15,930 km (9,898 miles).