The flight distance from Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) in Colorado Springs, United States to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 1,840 kilometers (1,144 miles / 994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 15:35 in Colorado Springs, it's 17:35 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,931 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Colorado Springs (AFF) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.