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 Minneapolis to Detroit take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 848 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: Minneapolis to Detroit

848

Kilometres (km)

527

Miles (mi)

458

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Minneapolis to Detroit is approximately 848 km. The typical flight time is 1h 29m.

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 Minneapolis

St Cloud Regional Airport (STC)99 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 Minneapolis to Detroit is approximately 848 km (527 miles).