Distance from Detroit to Sioux Falls by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Sioux Falls (SD) is 697 miles or 1121 kilometers or 605 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Sioux Falls is 861 miles (1387 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 164 miles or 266 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Sioux Falls is 697 miles or 1121 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Sioux Falls, is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Sioux Falls?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD is 1 hours 36 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Sioux Falls Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Sioux Falls, SD
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Sioux Falls, SD, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 861 miles or 1387 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD is 861 miles or 1387 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is approximately 861 miles (1387 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Sioux Falls, SD?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 55 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Sioux Falls take?
Detroit and Sioux Falls are 15 hours 55 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 Sioux Falls

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Sioux Falls (SD) is 1 Hours.
Sioux Falls time is 1 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Sioux Falls
2025-12-19, 20:43:22 EST2025-12-19, 19:43:22 CST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Sioux Falls South Dakota, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 861 mi 1387 km 747.69 nmi
Straight line distance 697 mi 1121 km 605 nmi
Difference 164 mi 266 km 142 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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Sioux Falls Details

Sioux Falls is located in South Dakota, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 43° 32' 22.1'' Longitude: W 96° 43' 55.3''
Latitude43.53947
Longitude-96.73204
StateSouth Dakota
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Sioux Falls, SD
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 28 hours 53 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 21 hours 40 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 19 hours 15 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 17 hours 20 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 45 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 14 hours 26 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 13 hours 20 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 12 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 33 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 50 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 10 hours 11 minutes