DTW to JFK Route Guide
Detroit, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KDTW (Detroit, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 441 NM (817 km / 507 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 99° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 55m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
441 NM
817 km / 507 mi
Initial Bearing
99° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 55m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,823 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
645 ft
KDTW
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 441 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DTW-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DTW and JFK?
441 nautical miles (817 km / 507 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Detroit to New York?
Approximately 1h 55m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DTW-JFK?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
99° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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