Flying from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Detroit's main base, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
7 hours 36 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 4 hours ahead of Detroit.
The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 10 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DTW to LHR is the 18:00 Delta service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 19:15 with Delta.
To ensure you get on your flight from Detroit to LHR, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
August is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be booked from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport with Delta. This top carrier operates services from DTW.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Detroit to LHR departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
From central Detroit, DTW is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ر.ق. 999 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 2,421. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Detroit to LHR when you book 10 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
February is the quietest time to travel to London. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport.
Schedule your flight from Detroit to LHR for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Detroit to London Heathrow Airport:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the major attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
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