Distance from Detroit to Cape Coral by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Cape Coral (FL) is 1092 miles or 1757 kilometers or 948 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Cape Coral is 1286 miles (2071 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 194 miles or 314 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Cape Coral is 1092 miles or 1757 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Cape Coral, is Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Cape Coral?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL is 2 hours 30 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Cape Coral Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Cape Coral, Florida is 1286 miles or 2071 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL is 1286 miles or 2071 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Cape Coral, Florida.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Cape Coral, Florida is approximately 1286 miles (2071 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 23 to 24 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Cape Coral, FL?
The total driving time is 23 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Cape Coral take?
Detroit and Cape Coral are 23 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 Cape Coral

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Cape Coral (FL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Cape Coral
2025-12-18, 11:04:29 EST2025-12-18, 11:04:29 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Cape Coral Florida, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1286 mi 2071 km 1116.76 nmi
Straight line distance 1092 mi 1757 km 948 nmi
Difference 194 mi 314 km 168 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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Cape Coral Details

Cape Coral is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 26° 33' 46.3'' Longitude: W 81° 56' 58.3''
Latitude26.56285
Longitude-81.94953
StateFlorida
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Cape Coral, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 43 hours 8 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 32 hours 21 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 28 hours 45 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 25 hours 53 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 23 hours 32 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 21 hours 34 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 19 hours 54 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 18 hours 29 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 17 hours 15 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 16 hours 10 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 15 hours 13 minutes