DTW
Detroit
United States
279 km
173 miles
YKF
Waterloo
Canada
Distance
279 km
173 mi / 151 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
59°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW YKF
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Kitchener / Waterloo Airport
IATA Code DTW YKF
ICAO Code KDTW CYKF
City Detroit Waterloo
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Toronto
Elevation 645 ft 1,055 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 43.460000, -80.380000

Detroit (DTW) to Waterloo (YKF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) in Waterloo, Canada is 279 kilometers (173 miles / 151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 20:19 in Detroit, it's 20:19 in Waterloo.

The return flight from Waterloo (YKF) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). 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 Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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