DTW
Detroit
United States
465 km
289 miles
YEL
Elliot Lake
Canada
Distance
465 km
289 mi / 251 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
north

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DTW YEL
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Elliot Lake Municipal Airport
IATA Code DTW YEL
ICAO Code KDTW CYEL
City Detroit Elliot Lake
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Toronto
Elevation 645 ft 1,087 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 46.350000, -82.560000

Detroit (DTW) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 465 kilometers (289 miles / 251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:07 in Detroit, it's 00:07 in Elliot Lake.

The return flight from Elliot Lake (YEL) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 188° (south). 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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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