Distance from Atlanta to Detroit by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Atlanta (GA) to Detroit (MI) is 597 miles or 961 kilometers or 519 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Atlanta to Detroit is 706 miles (1137 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 109 miles or 176 km.

Flight distance from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Atlanta and Detroit is 597 miles or 961 km.
The nearest airport to Atlanta, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and the nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).

What is the average flight time from Atlanta to Detroit?

Flight time from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI is 1 hours 22 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Atlanta to Detroit Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Atlanta, GA and Detroit, MI
This map shows the distance from Atlanta, GA, Usa to Detroit, MI, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Atlanta, Georgia to Detroit, Michigan is displayed below.

Driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI

The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Detroit, Michigan is 706 miles or 1137 km.
The total driving distance from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI is 706 miles or 1137 kilometers. Your trip begins in Atlanta, Georgia. It ends in Detroit, Michigan.
The driving distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Detroit, Michigan is approximately 706 miles (1137 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI

How long is the drive from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Atlanta to Detroit take?
Atlanta and Detroit are 13 hours 29 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Atlanta and Detroit

Time difference between Atlanta (GA) and Detroit (MI) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in AtlantaCurrent local time in Detroit
2025-12-15, 17:45:51 EST2025-12-15, 17:45:51 EST
How Far is it Between Atlanta Georgia, USA and Detroit Michigan, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Atlanta, GA and Detroit, MI in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 706 mi 1137 km 613.09 nmi
Straight line distance 597 mi 961 km 519 nmi
Difference 109 mi 176 km 94 nmi

Atlanta Details

Atlanta is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 45' 46.5'' Longitude: W 84° 25' 21.6''
Latitude33.76291
Longitude-84.42267
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Atlanta

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Detroit Details

Detroit is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 19' 53.1'' Longitude: W 83° 2' 44.7''
Latitude42.33143
Longitude-83.04575
StateMichigan
Nearest airports to Detroit

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Atlanta, GA and Detroit, MI
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 23 hours 41 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 17 hours 45 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 15 hours 47 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 14 hours 12 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 12 hours 55 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 11 hours 50 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 10 hours 55 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 10 hours 9 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 9 hours 28 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 52 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 8 hours 21 minutes