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Cheapest return flight
£581
Typical prices: £604-£831
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Sun 9/12Fri 14/12
LGW - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£317
Typical prices: £320-£495
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Sun 21/1
LGW - DTW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 43% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg £409 (return)
Halifax Intl (YHZ)
Shortest trip • 10h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Detroit (LGW-DTW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Detroit

Wed, 9 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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09:45 - 10:55LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 10m1 stop Orlando
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19:33 - 06:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
30h 17m1 stop Orlando
£581Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan
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12:35 - 01:07LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 32m1 stop Orlando
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10:08 - 08:15DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
17h 07m1 stop Orlando
£584Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 19 Jan
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11:40 - 11:11LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
52h 31m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Fort Lauderdale
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06:00 - 06:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
19h 50m1 stop Orlando
£586Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Tue, 2 Mar
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09:35 - 01:07LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 32m1 stop Orlando
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20:17 - 06:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
29h 38m1 stop Orlando
£588Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Tue, 2 Mar
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09:35 - 01:07LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 32m1 stop Orlando
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20:17 - 06:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
29h 38m1 stop Orlando
£589Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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09:35 - 14:05LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 30m1 stop Orlando
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09:00 - 06:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
16h 50m1 stop Orlando
£591Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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09:35 - 14:05LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 30m1 stop Orlando
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09:00 - 06:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
16h 50m1 stop Orlando
£593Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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15:40 - 17:56LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 16m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Baltimore/Washington Orlando
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11:37 - 14:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
22h 03m3 stops Tampa Baltimore/Washington Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£593Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:00 - 08:52LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 52m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Orlando
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16:35 - 09:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
35h 25m2 stops Orlando Paris Charles de Gaulle
£594Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Fri, 13 Nov
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10:00 - 11:40LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Orlando
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12:44 - 15:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
22h 01m3 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando Paris Charles de Gaulle
£594Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at £417 return.
•August (£797) and July (£784) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£317
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Gatwick to Detroit

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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,773 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from £604 to £831, with an average of £725 over the past 12 months. Anything below £604 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% above the route average of £725. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £581 to £4,199. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £342, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • Halifax Intl (YHZ) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Boston Logan Intl (BOS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £646 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £787, a difference of £141. 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 much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Halifax Intl (YHZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 55m, compared to 11h 38m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) and 13h 06m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

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

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £646 – about £141 less than Thursday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £417 return in that month – typically £380 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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