Distance from Detroit to McAllen by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to McAllen (TX) is 1408 miles or 2265 kilometers or 1222 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to McAllen is 1627 miles (2619 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 219 miles or 354 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and McAllen is 1408 miles or 2265 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to McAllen, is San Antonio International Airport (SAT).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to McAllen?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX is 3 hours 14 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to McAllen Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to McAllen, Texas is 1627 miles or 2619 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX is 1627 miles or 2619 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in McAllen, Texas.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to McAllen, Texas is approximately 1627 miles (2619 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 30 to 31 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to McAllen, TX?
The total driving time is 30 hours, 14 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to McAllen take?
Detroit and McAllen are 30 hours 14 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 McAllen

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and McAllen (TX) is 2 Hours.
McAllen time is 2 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in McAllen
2025-12-19, 04:27:48 EST2025-12-19, 02:27:48 MST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and McAllen Texas, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1627 mi 2619 km 1412.89 nmi
Straight line distance 1408 mi 2265 km 1222 nmi
Difference 219 mi 354 km 190 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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McAllen Details

McAllen is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 26° 12' 12.3'' Longitude: W 98° 13' 48''
Latitude26.20341
Longitude-98.23001
StateTexas
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and McAllen, TX
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 54 hours 33 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 40 hours 55 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 36 hours 22 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 32 hours 44 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 29 hours 45 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 27 hours 16 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 25 hours 10 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 23 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 21 hours 49 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 20 hours 27 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 19 hours 15 minutes