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Cheapest return fare
£592
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/10Sun 4/10
LGW - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£847
Typical prices: £891-£1,216
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 2/12Wed 16/12
LHR - DTW • Direct
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 8h 30m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg £532 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 45m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to Detroit (LON-DTW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Detroit

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
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14:00 - 11:35LGW  London Gatwick-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 35m1 stop Orlando
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12:34 - 10:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGW London Gatwick
16h 26m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando
£592Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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19:40 - 21:29STN  London Stansted-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 49m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Halifax Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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17:30 - 14:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-STN London Stansted
15h 50m2 stops Halifax Intl Madrid Barajas
£593Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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11:55 - 16:40LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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06:00 - 20:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
9h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£597JetBlue
Wed, 9 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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08:15 - 16:40LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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17:30 - 20:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
22h 15m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£597JetBlue
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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07:30 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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16:44 - 10:25DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
12h 41m1 stop Newark
£605United Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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07:30 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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16:44 - 10:40DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
12h 56m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£605United Airlines
Sun, 27 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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21:25 - 10:37LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
42h 12m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Boston Logan Intl
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17:30 - 20:20DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
21h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£634Icelandair
Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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13:05 - 19:01LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 56m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Boston Logan Intl
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19:34 - 11:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
35h 21m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£635Icelandair
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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06:30 - 14:15LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:00 - 05:55DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
30h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£716Lufthansa
Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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07:30 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:11 - 09:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LHR London Heathrow
32h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
£748Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Detroit flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Detroit to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from London usually cost between £605 and £863 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £592 on Multiple Airlines (1 Oct–4 Oct).

What is the cheapest London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight route?

The cheapest return flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport costs £469 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Detroit?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Detroit on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

The cheapest month for flights from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, where tickets cost £596 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £824 and £817 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from London to Detroit

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

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Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on KLM and Air France

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.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Detroit

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£178
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking London to Detroit flights

  • What flight routes operate between London and Detroit?

    There are several routes to choose from when flying from London to Detroit. Direct flights are operated by a variety of airlines and run from London Heathrow International. JetBlue operates flights between Gatwick and Detroit with a single layover in Boston en route, while Lufthansa offers flights with a layover in Frankfurt. Flights with Finnair typically have a single layover at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) between London Heathrow and Detroit.

  • How do I get from Detroit Airport to the city centre?

    Detroit Airport offers two transport methods to get to the city centre if you're not driving yourself or hiring a car. A quick and convenient option is to catch a taxi from the taxi rank on Level 4, in the middle of the Ground Transportation Center. A much more affordable option is to catch the bus from the Ground Transportation Center at the North Terminal of the airport. The SMART bus company operates buses regularly, which take around 50min to reach the city centre.

  • What is the luggage allowance on these flights?

    If you're taking a flight with a low-cost airline, bear in mind that luggage generally costs extra per check-in piece. On standard airlines, you can expect the standard economy allowance to be 30 kg check-in and one carry-on piece of luggage. 40 kg is the usual business-class allowance, while the limit for first class is generally 50 kg.

  • What documents do I need to fly from London to Detroit?

    As a British citizen with a full passport, you'll need to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), or visa waiver. Your passport will need to be valid for the duration of your stay.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was £178 for a one-way ticket and £592 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Detroit?

    There are 4 airports in London (London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, and London Stansted.) and only 1 airport in Detroit (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County). The cheapest flights are generally found on the London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to Detroit?

    Only Alaska Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to Detroit flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Detroit?

    The Airbus A330-900neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Detroit flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Detroit?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Detroit, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Detroit?

    There are direct flights from London to Detroit on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Detroit, KLM or Air France?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Detroit are KLM and Air France. With an average price for the route of £1,060 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Air France is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,080 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Detroit?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Detroit.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Detroit?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Detroit?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Detroit with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Detroit?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Detroit from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Detroit to London? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £809 or less one-way and £650 or less round-trip.
  • If you're staying close to the city centre, consider booking flights from London City Airport (LCY) or London Heathrow Airport (LHR), as these are easy to access. London City typically has the more expensive flights, whereas London Heathrow usually offers more frequent daily flights.
  • London Gatwick (LGW) is the second busiest airport in London and is often the preferred airport, especially for those who want to avoid the large number of people at Heathrow. London Gatwick also works in conjunction with several low-cost airlines, so flights from here are often more affordable than from the other London airports.
  • London Heathrow, London Gatwick and London Stansted all have express trains that transit passengers from the city to the respective airports. The Heathrow Express travels from London Paddington Station to Heathrow in around 15min. The Gatwick Express runs from London Victoria and takes around 30min, while the Stansted Express runs from London Liverpool Street and takes close to 45min.
  • Be aware of self-transfer flights between London and Detroit, which are sometimes cheaper. These flights run from Heathrow, Stansted and Gatwick and require that you collect your luggage and re-check it during your layovers en route. To avoid the hassle of self-transfer, ensure your flights include transferring your luggage.
  • If you're planning on hiring a car at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), you'll find ground transportation to the hire car campus located on Lucas Drive, on the northeast corner of the airport. Several well-known car hire companies operate out of the airport, including Budget, Avis, Alamo and Hertz.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Detroit?

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

Direct departures

London 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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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to London

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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