DTW
Detroit
United States
3,135 km
1,948 miles
PDX
Portland
United States
Distance
3,135 km
1,948 mi / 1,693 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
290°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW PDX
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Portland International Airport
IATA Code DTW PDX
ICAO Code KDTW KPDX
City Detroit Portland
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 645 ft 31 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 45.590000, -122.600000

Detroit (DTW) to Portland (PDX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 3,135 kilometers (1,948 miles / 1,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 03:26 in Detroit, it's 00:26 in Portland. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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