Distance from San Jose to Sterling Heights by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Sterling Heights (MI) is 2072 miles or 3334 kilometers or 1799 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Sterling Heights is 2443 miles (3933 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 371 miles or 599 km.
Flight distance from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Jose and Sterling Heights is 2072 miles or 3334 km.The nearest airport to San Jose, is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and the nearest airport to Sterling Heights, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the average flight time from San Jose to Sterling Heights?
Flight time from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI is 4 hours 45 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
San Jose to Sterling Heights Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Jose, CA and Sterling Heights, MIThis map shows the distance from San Jose, CA, Usa to Sterling Heights, MI, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Jose, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is 2443 miles or 3933 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI is 2443 miles or 3933 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is approximately 2443 miles (3933 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 42 to 43 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI
How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Sterling Heights, MI?The total driving time is 42 hours, 33 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Sterling Heights take?
San Jose and Sterling Heights are 42 hours 33 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 San Jose and Sterling Heights
Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Sterling Heights (MI) is 3 Hours.
Sterling Heights time is 3 Hours ahead of San Jose.
| Current local time in San Jose | Current local time in Sterling Heights |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-22, 00:07:31 PST | 2025-12-22, 03:07:31 EST |
How Far is it Between San Jose California, USA and Sterling Heights Michigan, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Jose, CA and Sterling Heights, MI in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 2443 mi | 3933 km | 2121.5 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 2072 mi | 3334 km | 1799 nmi |
| Difference | 371 mi | 599 km | 322 nmi |
San Jose Details
San Jose is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 37° 20' 21.8'' Longitude: W 121° 53' 41.9'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 37.33939 |
| Longitude | -121.89496 |
| State | California |
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Sterling Heights Details
Sterling Heights is located in Michigan, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 42° 34' 49.1'' Longitude: W 83° 1' 48.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 42.58031 |
| Longitude | -83.0302 |
| State | Michigan |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Jose, CA and Sterling Heights, MI
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 81 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 61 hours 27 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 54 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 49 hours 9 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 44 hours 41 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 40 hours 58 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 37 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 35 hours 6 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 32 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 30 hours 43 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 28 hours 55 minutes |