DTW to LAX: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 3,178 km (1,975 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 4h 30m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (LAX to DTW).
How far is it from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The great-circle distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 3,178 km (1,975 mi, 1,716 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from DTW to LAX?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 4h 30m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. LAX is roughly west of DTW.
Airlines flying DTW to LAX
3 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Detroit from Los Angeles?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are 3,178 km (1,975 mi, 1,716 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from DTW to LAX?
A typical nonstop flight between DTW and LAX takes about 4h 30m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is LAX from DTW?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) lies roughly west of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
Which airlines fly DTW to LAX?
3 airlines appear on the DTW-LAX route in the open dataset, including Delta Air Lines, AirTran Airways, Spirit Airlines.
Related routes
Other routes from Detroit (DTW):
Other routes from Los Angeles (LAX):
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