Cheap flights from Detroit to Frankfurt
4,150 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Detroit to Frankfurt at a glance
Cheap flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA) cover 4,150 miles (6,677 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 5 airlines flying direct — a ultra-long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 9/10.
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Flying from Detroit to Frankfurt covers 4,150 miles (6,677 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 5 airlines fly this route directly, making it the 3rd most competitive of 135 routes from Detroit. This is a ultra-long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 4,150 miles. Direct carriers include AF, DL, KL, LH and UA.
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Airlines on this route
5 airlines fly Detroit → Frankfurt. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| AF | Direct |
| DL | Direct |
| KL | Direct |
| LH | Direct |
| UA | Direct |
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Detroit to Frankfurt — quick answers
How far is Detroit from Frankfurt by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA) is 4,150 miles (6,677 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Detroit to Frankfurt?
The average nonstop flight time from DTW to FRA is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Detroit to Frankfurt?
5 airlines serve this route nonstop: AF, DL, KL, LH, UA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.