DTW to DFW Route Guide
Detroit, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KDTW (Detroit, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 857 NM (1,587 km / 986 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 234° (SW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 19m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
857 NM
1,587 km / 986 mi
Initial Bearing
234° (SW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 19m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,071 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
645 ft
KDTW
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 857 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DTW-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DTW and DFW?
857 nautical miles (1,587 km / 986 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Detroit to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 19m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DTW-DFW?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
234° true (SW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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