Distance from Detroit to McKinney by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to McKinney (TX) is 972 miles or 1564 kilometers or 844 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to McKinney is 1117 miles (1798 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 145 miles or 234 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and McKinney is 972 miles or 1564 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to McKinney, is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to McKinney?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to McKinney, TX is 2 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 McKinney Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to McKinney, TX

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to McKinney, Texas is 1117 miles or 1798 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to McKinney, TX is 1117 miles or 1798 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in McKinney, Texas.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to McKinney, Texas is approximately 1117 miles (1798 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 21 to 22 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to McKinney, TX

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to McKinney, TX?
The total driving time is 21 hours, 4 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to McKinney take?
Detroit and McKinney are 21 hours 4 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 McKinney

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and McKinney (TX) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in McKinney
2025-12-18, 11:02:26 EST2025-12-18, 11:02:26 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and McKinney Texas, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1117 mi 1798 km 970 nmi
Straight line distance 972 mi 1564 km 844 nmi
Difference 145 mi 234 km 126 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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McKinney Details

McKinney is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 11' 51.4'' Longitude: W 96° 36' 55''
Latitude33.19762
Longitude-96.61527
StateTexas
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and McKinney, TX
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 37 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 28 hours 5 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 24 hours 58 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 22 hours 28 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 20 hours 25 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 18 hours 43 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 17 hours 17 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 16 hours 3 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 14 hours 59 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 14 hours 2 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 13 hours 13 minutes