Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is 8 hours 35 minutes.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Detroit five hours behind London.
Choose from seven weekly London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights. The 11:45 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight available. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 12:20.
To ensure you catch your LHR to DTW flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Delta is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Delta leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LHR to DTW flights, with 88.33% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LHR and DTW include:
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Currently, Rs113,345 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs177,304. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to DTW by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to DTW.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Grab a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car and explore Detroit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LHR to DTW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Columbus, roughly 257 kilometres south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are among its highlights.
