How many flights from London to Detroit are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 2.4% of flights from London to Detroit were non-stop. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route. For flights with layovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning their journey between these two cities.

How long is the flight from London to Detroit?

The direct flight from London to Detroit typically takes around 8 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 6044 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 14 hours and 49 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from London to Detroit?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from London to Detroit. Connecting flights had a median price of $1123, while direct flights had a median price of $1362. This represents a premium of approximately 21% for direct flights. Direct flights also constitute a smaller share of the market, making up about 2.9% of all available options in the trailing 90 days.

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London to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Detroit

For those seeking cheap flights from London to Detroit, the most economical time to fly is typically in August, with a median fare of $441. Other cost-effective months include September, where the median fare is $507, and October, with a median of $526. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from London to Detroit typically range from $959–$1517, with a median price of $1171. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route, indicating a potentially favorable time to consider booking. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When flying from London to Detroit, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 2.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover.

A typical journey from London to Detroit, including connections, takes approximately 24h 15m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect for this long-haul route. The total distance covered on this route is 6044 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from London to Detroit

Regular price: £384 - £849

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from London to Detroit.

The regular price range for flights from London to Detroit is 384 GBP to 849 GBP. The current lowest deal is 447 GBP with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 20.

now £447

Low £384

High £849

The cheapest time to fly from London to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from London to Detroit is August, with a median price of $441. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1321. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from £441

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,321

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Direct flights from London to Detroit

Virgin Atlantic

Last-minute flights going from London to Detroit

Tue, Aug 4

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LHR - Detroit

London (LHR) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

£828

£659

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

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LHR - Detroit

London (LHR) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

£814

£603

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

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LHR - Detroit

London (LHR) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

£795

£603

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

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LHR - Detroit

London (LHR) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

£751

£560

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

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STN - Detroit

London (STN) - Detroit (DTW)

Ryanair

£677

£621

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

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LHR - Detroit

London (LHR) - Detroit (DTW)

Aer Lingus

£686

£632

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Detroit

1 night

Aug 6 - Aug 7

£814 → £603

26%

1 night

Dec 24 - Dec 25

£729 → £534

27%

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Aug 8 - Aug 9

£795 → £603

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Dec 5 - Dec 6

£701 → £511

27%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Detroit

London - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Detroit are below the typical level at $959 to $1517.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit, with a median price of $441.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 24h 15m

Flights from London to Detroit typically take 24h 15m, covering a long-haul distance of 6044 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Atlantic offers direct flights

Virgin Atlantic has offered direct flights from London to Detroit, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from London to Detroit are frequent, making it easier to find good prices.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers the cheapest flights to Detroit, making it a good value departure option.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$599

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a convenient arrival airport for flights from London to Detroit.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$599

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International is a practical domestic alternative for travelers seeking ease of access near Detroit.

📍 ~90 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£469

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from London to Detroit are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $698. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees average prices around $949. For travelers booking very last minute, within 0-6 days of departure, the average price increases to $972. Planning ahead by at least two months generally yields the best value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Detroit is considered to be $959 or less. The median price for this route was $1171. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of fares historically observed at $1517 or below. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good price threshold to secure a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Detroit are August, with a median price of $441, followed by September at $507, and October at $526. The annual median price for this route is $1171, indicating significant savings are possible during these months. Travelers looking for the best value should consider planning their trip during late summer or early autumn.

London to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Detroit

How much is a round trip from London to Detroit

Regular price: £384 - £849

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from London to Detroit.

The regular price range for flights from London to Detroit is 384 GBP to 849 GBP. The current lowest deal is 447 GBP with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 20.

now £447

Low £384

High £849

The cheapest time to fly from London to Detroit

August

Cheapest

Flights from £441

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,321

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

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Jun

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Aug

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