DTW to MIA Route Guide
Detroit, United States → Miami, United States
Quick answer
KDTW (Detroit, United States) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 997 NM (1,846 km / 1,147 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 170° (S). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 38m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
997 NM
1,846 km / 1,147 mi
Initial Bearing
170° (S)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 38m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,491 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
645 ft
KDTW
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 997 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DTW-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DTW and MIA?
997 nautical miles (1,846 km / 1,147 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Detroit to Miami?
Approximately 2h 38m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DTW-MIA?
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?
170° true (S). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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