DTW
Detroit
United States
3,304 km
2,053 miles
RHV
San Jose
United States
Distance
3,304 km
2,053 mi / 1,784 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
274°
west

Airport Comparison

DTW RHV
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport
IATA Code DTW RHV
ICAO Code KDTW KRHV
City Detroit San Jose
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 645 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 37.330000, -121.820000

Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (RHV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) in San Jose, United States is 3,304 kilometers (2,053 miles / 1,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 05:49 in Detroit, it's 02:49 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (RHV) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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