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DTW to LGA: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 805 km (500 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 1h 30m, heading east. The distance is the same in either direction (LGA to DTW).

Distance
805 km
Distance (mi)
500 mi
Nautical miles
435 nm
Typical flight time
1h 30m
Direction
east
Airlines
4

How far is it from Detroit to New York?

The great-circle distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is 805 km (500 mi, 435 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 LGA?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 1h 30m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. LGA is roughly east of DTW.

Airlines flying DTW to LGA

4 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is Detroit from New York?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are 805 km (500 mi, 435 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from DTW to LGA?

A typical nonstop flight between DTW and LGA takes about 1h 30m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is LGA from DTW?

LaGuardia Airport (LGA) lies roughly east of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).

Which airlines fly DTW to LGA?

4 airlines appear on the DTW-LGA route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines.

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