Distance from Detroit to Ontario by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Ontario (CA) is 1949 miles or 3137 kilometers or 1693 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Ontario is 2250 miles (3622 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 301 miles or 485 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Ontario is 1949 miles or 3137 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Ontario, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Ontario?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Ontario, CA is 4 hours 28 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Ontario Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Ontario, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Ontario, California is 2250 miles or 3622 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Ontario, CA is 2250 miles or 3622 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Ontario, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Ontario, California is approximately 2250 miles (3622 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 Ontario, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Ontario, CA?
The total driving time is 39 hours, 45 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Ontario take?
Detroit and Ontario are 39 hours 45 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 Ontario

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

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Ontario
2025-12-19, 20:45:10 EST2025-12-19, 17:45:10 PST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Ontario California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2250 mi 3622 km 1953.9 nmi
Straight line distance 1949 mi 3137 km 1693 nmi
Difference 301 mi 485 km 260 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
Nearest airports to Detroit

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Ontario Details

Ontario is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 48'' Longitude: W 117° 39' 3.2''
Latitude34.06334
Longitude-117.65089
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Ontario

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Ontario, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 75 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 56 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 50 hours 18 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 45 hours 16 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 41 hours 9 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 37 hours 43 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 34 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 32 hours 20 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 30 hours 11 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 28 hours 17 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 26 hours 37 minutes