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

Historically, direct flights from London to Detroit represent a small portion of the available options, accounting for approximately 2.4% of all flights. For flights with layovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most routes between these two cities involve at least one connection.

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

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly from London to Detroit with a layover. Connecting flights have a median price of $1123, while direct flights have a median price of $1362. This represents a premium of approximately 21% for direct flights. Direct flights also make up a smaller share of the available options, at about 2.9%.

Flights From London

To Detroit

Cheap Flights from London to Detroit

Q: How long is the flight from London to Detroit?

The typical direct flight from London to Detroit has a median duration of 8 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 6044 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 14 hours and 49 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Browse current best options from London. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

London

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Detroit

Prices updated 1 day ago

461 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Sep 14, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from London to Detroit

Explore current cheapest deals departing from London to Detroit

2026-11-14 – 2026-11-15
LON - Detroit
87% AI deal score
£544
£402
Round trip
2026-09-19 – 2026-09-21
LON - Detroit
92% AI deal score
£684
£428
Round trip
2026-09-25 – 2026-09-26
LON - Detroit
90% AI deal score
£628
£451
Round trip
2026-10-09 – 2026-10-10
LON - Detroit
89% AI deal score
£575
£451
Round trip
2026-12-04 – 2026-12-08
LON - Detroit
80% AI deal score
£587
£489
Round trip
2026-12-04 – 2026-12-06
LON - Detroit
79% AI deal score
£592
£491
Round trip
2026-12-03 – 2026-12-10
LON - Detroit
77% AI deal score
£569
£499
Round trip
2026-10-07 – 2026-10-20
LON - Detroit
72% AI deal score
£403
£500
Round trip
2026-12-02 – 2026-12-12
LON - Detroit
76% AI deal score
£546
£502
Round trip
2026-12-08 – 2026-12-13
LON - Detroit
77% AI deal score
£584
£511
Round trip

London to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Detroit

For travelers seeking cheap flights from London to Detroit, August stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $441. This makes August significantly cheaper than the overall typical price range for this route. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $507, and October presents a median of $526, providing additional budget-friendly options for your travel plans.

Right now, fares for flights from London to Detroit typically range from $959–$1517, with a median price of $1171. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially good time to consider booking. However, recent data shows that 0% of observed fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that while current prices are lower than usual, exceptionally low deals are not common.

When considering how long is the flight from London to Detroit, a typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 24h 15m. This extended duration is largely due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. Only a small fraction, 2.4%, of recent fares were for direct flights from London to Detroit. For itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The route from London to Detroit covers a substantial distance of 6044 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance contributes to the overall travel time and the prevalence of connecting flights. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly if you are planning a trip.

How much is a round trip from London to Detroit

Regular price: £480 - £924

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 480 GBP and 924 GBP. The current lowest deal is 402 GBP, available via Kayak for travel from November 14 to November 15.

now £402

Low £480

High £924

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. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from £441

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,321

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Detroit

Virgin Atlantic

Last-minute flights going from London to Detroit

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Detroit

London (LTN) - Detroit (DTW)

easyJet UK

£721

£696

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Detroit

London (LGW) - Detroit (DTW)

WestJet

£721

£718

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Detroit

London (LGW) - Detroit (DTW)

Norse Atlantic UK

£658

£611

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Detroit

London (LTN) - Detroit (DTW)

easyJet UK

£648

£653

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Detroit

London (LTN) - Detroit (DTW)

easyJet UK

£647

£657

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Detroit

London (LGW) - Detroit (DTW)

WestJet

£638

£631

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 25 - Sep 26

£631 → £450

29%

1 night

Nov 14 - Nov 15

£544 → £403

26%

1 night

Oct 9 - Oct 10

£577 → £453

21%

11 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 12

£607 → £483

20%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Detroit

London - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for London to Detroit are below the typical level, with a median of $1171.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median prices at $441, followed by September and October.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight of 24h 15m

Flights from London to Detroit typically last 24h 15m, with connecting flights being dominant.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 2.4% of recent flights are direct, with most routes involving two stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Atlantic offers direct flights

Virgin Atlantic is one airline offering direct flights on the London to Detroit route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from London to Detroit are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a convenient departure point for flights to Detroit, with competitive pricing available.

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

💸 Flights from ~£399

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£446

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International is a practical domestic alternative, often used by Detroit residents to avoid congestion at DTW.

📍 ~90 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£604

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Detroit

72% AI deal score

$2,089

From LGW

Elite

Oct 01

Detroit, United States

72% AI deal score

$2,292

From LGW

Elite

Oct 01

Detroit, United States

72% AI deal score

$2,623

From LHR

Elite

Sep 27

Detroit, United States

72% AI deal score

$2,636

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the lowest average 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 an average price of $949. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $972. Across the trailing quarter, prices fluctuate significantly based on the booking window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from London to Detroit is considered to be $959 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $1171. Prices can vary, with about 75% of observed fares being $1517 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify competitive prices for their journey.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Detroit are August, with a median price of $441, and September, with a median price of $507. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $526. These months typically present more affordable options compared to the annual median price of $1171 for this route.

London to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Detroit

How much is a round trip from London to Detroit

Regular price: £480 - £924

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 480 GBP and 924 GBP. The current lowest deal is 402 GBP, available via Kayak for travel from November 14 to November 15.

now £402

Low £480

High £924

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

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec