Distance from Detroit to Anaheim by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Anaheim (CA) is 1970 miles or 3170 kilometers or 1711 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Anaheim is 2277 miles (3665 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 307 miles or 495 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Anaheim is 1970 miles or 3170 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Anaheim, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Anaheim?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA is 4 hours 31 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Anaheim Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Anaheim, California is 2277 miles or 3665 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA is 2277 miles or 3665 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Anaheim, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Anaheim, California is approximately 2277 miles (3665 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 39 to 40 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Anaheim, CA?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Anaheim take?
Detroit and Anaheim are 39 hours 59 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 Detroit and Anaheim

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Anaheim (CA) is 3 Hours.
Anaheim time is 3 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Anaheim
2026-03-18, 21:17:03 EDT2026-03-18, 18:17:03 PDT
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Anaheim California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2277 mi 3665 km 1977.35 nmi
Straight line distance 1970 mi 3170 km 1711 nmi
Difference 307 mi 495 km 266 nmi

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
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Anaheim Details

Anaheim is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 50' 7'' Longitude: W 117° 54' 52.2''
Latitude33.83529
Longitude-117.9145
StateCalifornia
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Anaheim, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 76 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 57 hours 15 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 50 hours 54 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 45 hours 48 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 41 hours 38 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 38 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 35 hours 14 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 32 hours 43 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 30 hours 32 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 28 hours 37 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 26 hours 56 minutes