£364 Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Detroit (DTW)

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Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Detroit (DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £364 for one-way flights and £574 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Wed, 2 Sept - Sat, 5 Sept
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£574 Return, found 1 day ago
£574
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, 2 Sept from London to Detroit, returning Sat, 5 Sept, priced at £574 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Sat, 18 Jul
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£579 Return, found 12 hours ago
£579
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, 16 Jun from London to Detroit, returning Sat, 18 Jul, priced at £579 found 12 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, 25 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£599 Return, just found
£599
Return
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, 25 Jun from London to Detroit, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at £599 just found
JetBlue Airways
Thu, 28 May - Sun, 7 Jun
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£619 Return, found 2 hours ago
£619
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from London to Detroit, returning Sun, 7 Jun, priced at £619 found 2 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 18 Aug
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£621 Return, found 1 day ago
£621
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, 2 Jun from London to Detroit, returning Tue, 18 Aug, priced at £621 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, 27 Jun - Sat, 11 Jul
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£624 Return, just found
£624
Return
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, 27 Jun from London to Detroit, returning Sat, 11 Jul, priced at £624 just found
TAP Portugal
Thu, 24 Sept - Wed, 30 Sept
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£662 Return, found 3 days ago
£662
Return
found 3 days ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Thu, 24 Sept from London to Detroit, returning Wed, 30 Sept, priced at £662 found 3 days ago
Icelandair
Wed, 30 Sept - Wed, 7 Oct
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£673 Return, found 22 hours ago
£673
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Wed, 30 Sept from London to Detroit, returning Wed, 7 Oct, priced at £673 found 22 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 29 Sept - Mon, 12 Oct
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£677 Return, found 3 days ago
£677
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 29 Sept from London to Detroit, returning Mon, 12 Oct, priced at £677 found 3 days ago
WestJet
Tue, 26 May - Wed, 27 May
LGW
London
DTW
Detroit
£734 Return, found 14 hours ago
£734
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Tue, 26 May from London to Detroit, returning Wed, 27 May, priced at £734 found 14 hours ago

Alternative airports near Detroit

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County DTW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 26 minutes. Flights from £624
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre26 min
Flights from £624

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
To find a cheap flight from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.
What is the best time to fly from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.
How many flights per day from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
There are approximately 15 connecting flights per day from London Gatwick (LGW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Some common connection points include Roissy-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Keflavik Intl. (KEF), and (ZRH).
What is the earliest flight from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
The earliest flight from London Gatwick (LGW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) typically departs at approximately 5:20 AM local time, operated by Turkish Airlines. This is a seasonal service active in July and October. An early departure like this can help you maximize your time at your destination. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
How long does it take to fly from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
A flight from LGW to DTW with a layover takes around 23 hours 50 minutes, with the route covering approximately 3,776 miles. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.
Can you fly business or first class from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for LGW to DTW flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.
How do I earn miles on a London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) flight with Expedia?
It's easy to earn miles on a London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of One Key™, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia.*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.
What airports do you fly into for Detroit from Gatwick (LGW)?
From Gatwick (LGW), you can fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to reach Detroit. Some flights may connect through major hubs like Tampa Intl. (TPA), Orlando Intl. (MCO), John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK) before reaching Detroit. Compare routes and airports on Expedia to find the best flight options for your travel plans.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) at the last minute?
Typically, booking a last minute flight from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) flight and hotel package?
Securing a London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)?
If you booked your London (LGW-Gatwick) to Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Gatwick
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet
Return price
£574
Distance
6041 km

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For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from London to Detroit. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Gatwick to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from London to Detroit today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Gatwick to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County start at just £574 and range up to £734.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near London and Detroit
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

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We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Gatwick to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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