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Cheapest return flight
£662
Typical prices: £702-£1,034
Iberia
Thu 20/9Sun 30/9
DTW - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£728
Typical prices: £793-£1,118
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 11/10Sat 20/10
DTW - LHR • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 7h 30m
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £639 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Heathrow (DTW-LHR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Detroit to Heathrow

Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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20:47 - 12:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
10h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:15 - 19:36LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£662Iberia
Thu, 15 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:55 - 21:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
19h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:30 - 18:50LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 20m1 stop Istanbul
£665Turkish Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
JetBlue Logo
11:15 - 06:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
14h 40m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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12:20 - 23:56LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£665JetBlue
Sun, 6 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:15 - 06:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
14h 40m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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12:20 - 23:56LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£665JetBlue
Tue, 27 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:09 - 07:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
13h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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13:00 - 17:40LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
£665Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
JetBlue Logo
11:15 - 06:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
14h 40m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
JetBlue Logo
12:20 - 23:56LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£665JetBlue
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 17:05DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
22h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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17:55 - 21:30LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 35m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£666Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:40 - 07:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
7h 30mdirect
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11:30 - 19:00LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£710Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 11 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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18:40 - 07:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
7h 30mdirect
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11:30 - 18:50LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£710Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:40 - 07:10DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
7h 30mdirect
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06:30 - 13:02LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 32m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£712Virgin Atlantic
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport start at £662. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £702 to £1,034. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £662 on Iberia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport at £657 return.
  • June (£1,081) and December (£1,032) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport are cheapest in the 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 1% below average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Heathrow

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£236
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to Heathrow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Heathrow based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air France: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and London Heathrow Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at London Heathrow (LHR).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £639 return via Istanbul (IST), compared with £914 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £41–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Airbus A330-900neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Atlantic and KLM. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport most commonly connect through:

    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 11% of one-stop connections

    New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £769 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £901, a difference of £132. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in London Heathrow Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in London Heathrow Airport are London Victoria Station, London Euston Railway Station, and Hyde Park. These are among the most viewed places in London Heathrow Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 18:20 and lands at 01:50
    • Latest: departs at 20:15 and lands at 03:45.

    The flight takes about 7h 30m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 1% below the route average of £853. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport takes 7h 30m, covering 3,753 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £264, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 47m, compared to 10h 58m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 10h 59m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and London Heathrow Airport?

    London Heathrow Airport is 5 hours ahead of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (British Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    London Heathrow Airport (LHR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £5 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Europcar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight?

    Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport range from £702 to £1,034, with an average of £853 over the past 12 months. Anything below £702 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • Virgin Atlantic
    • • KLM
    • • Air France

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £769 – about £132 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 1% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £657 return in that month – typically £424 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £639 return on this route – about £275 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport.
    - Hilton London Heathrow Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to London Heathrow

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

London Heathrow to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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