Airport Comparison
| CIU | DTW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chippewa County International Airport | Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport |
| IATA Code | CIU | DTW |
| ICAO Code | KCIU | KDTW |
| City | Sault Ste Marie | Detroit |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 799 ft | 645 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.250000, -84.470000 | 42.210000, -83.350000 |
Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 458 kilometers (285 miles / 247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
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 10:21 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 10:21 in Detroit.
The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 349° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.