Memphis to Sterling Heights flights
Sterling Heights lies 1,025 km (637 mi) north-east of Memphis, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Memphis | Sterling Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 132,052 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) |
| Nearest large airport | MEM, 13 km out | YQG, 34 km out |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 48310–48314 |
Clocks in Sterling Heights are 1 h ahead of Memphis right now, so a 2 h 4 min journey lands 3 h 4 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Memphis
Memphis is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,120-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR, 93 km).
Arriving in Sterling Heights
Sterling Heights is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Windsor International Airport (YQG), 34 km (21 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,000 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW, 49 km), Bishop International Airport (FNT, 73 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor International Airport | YQG | 34 km (21 mi) | 9,000 ft | 622 ft |
| Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | DTW | 49 km (30 mi) | 12,003 ft | 645 ft |
| Bishop International Airport (regional) | FNT | 73 km (45 mi) | 7,852 ft | 782 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sterling Heights from Memphis?
1,025 km (637 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Memphis.
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Sterling Heights by air?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Memphis and Sterling Heights?
Sterling Heights is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Detroit against America/Chicago).
Which airports are used for Memphis to Sterling Heights flights?
Typically Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) to Windsor International Airport (YQG); Sterling Heights also has DTW, FNT.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.