DTW
Detroit
United States
292 km
182 miles
MGC
Michigan City
United States
Distance
292 km
182 mi / 158 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
260°
west

Airport Comparison

DTW MGC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field
IATA Code DTW MGC
ICAO Code KDTW KMGC
City Detroit Michigan City
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Chicago
Elevation 645 ft 655 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 41.700000, -86.820000

Detroit (DTW) to Michigan City (MGC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) in Michigan City, United States is 292 kilometers (182 miles / 158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 06:50 in Detroit, it's 05:50 in Michigan City.

The return flight from Michigan City (MGC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 78° (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 Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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