Airport Comparison
| BFR | DTW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport |
| IATA Code | BFR | DTW |
| ICAO Code | KBFR | KDTW |
| City | Bedford | Detroit |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 727 ft | 645 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.840000, -86.450000 | 42.210000, -83.350000 |
Bedford (BFR) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) in Bedford, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 457 kilometers (284 miles / 247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 08:38 in Bedford, it's 08:38 in Detroit.
The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Bedford (BFR) follows a heading of 216° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.