How long is the flight from Detroit to San Diego?

The flight from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego (SAN) takes about 4h 23m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner, based on the 1,697 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Detroit to San Diego?

It is 1,952 miles (3,142 km, or 1,697 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Detroit to San Diego

DTW → SAN · Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego International Airport

The flight from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego (SAN) takes about 4h 23m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner, covering 1,952 miles (3,142 km).

1,952

miles

3,142

kilometers

-3h

time change

westbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

4h 35m

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

4h 23m

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

4h 1m

When will you arrive?

San Diego is 3 hours behind Detroit. You cross 3 time zones heading west. Westbound trips like this one are usually a little easier to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from Detroit to San Diego?: About 4h 23m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 1,952 miles, or 3,142 km (1,697 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: San Diego is 3 hours behind Detroit.

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