DTW
Detroit
United States
3,312 km
2,058 miles
SJC
San Jose
United States
Distance
3,312 km
2,058 mi / 1,788 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
274°
west

Airport Comparison

DTW SJC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA Code DTW SJC
ICAO Code KDTW KSJC
City Detroit San Jose
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 645 ft 62 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 37.360000, -121.930000

Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 3,312 kilometers (2,058 miles / 1,788 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 10:01 in Detroit, it's 07:01 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 68° (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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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