The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) in Lake Charles, United States is 1,607 kilometers (998 miles / 867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 12:09 in Detroit, it's 11:09 in Lake Charles.

The return flight from Lake Charles (LCH) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.