DTW
Detroit
United States
493 km
306 miles
SDF
Louisville
United States
Distance
493 km
306 mi / 266 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
205°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

DTW SDF
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
IATA Code DTW SDF
ICAO Code KDTW KSDF
City Detroit Louisville
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Kentucky/Louisville
Elevation 645 ft 501 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 38.170000, -85.740000

Detroit (DTW) to Louisville (SDF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) in Louisville, United States is 493 kilometers (306 miles / 266 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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 15:12 in Detroit, it's 15:12 in Louisville.

The return flight from Louisville (SDF) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 24° (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 Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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