Flights London → Detroit
LHR → DTW
Route overview
The flight route from London to Detroit is operated using a mix of Boeing 777-200LR and Boeing 777 aircraft, providing reliable connectivity between these two cities. The destination airport in Detroit sees over 28 million passengers annually, underscoring its significance as a major transportation hub.
The London (LHR) → Detroit (DTW) route is operated by Air France, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 8.8/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Detroit the average ATFM delay is 2.0 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 minutes.
Heading to Detroit: what to expect in this direction
Flying from London (LHR) to Detroit (DTW) heads north-west for about 6,045 km, a flight time of roughly 7h 59m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 min (atfm); arriving into Detroit it is 2.0 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) | 84% | 20 min | 0.0% |
| Air France (AF) | 82% | 18 min | 3.3% |
| Delta Air Lines (DL) | 80% | 8 min | 1.8% |
Airlines operating LHR-DTW
Airports
Frequently asked questions about LHR-DTW
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 3 airlines: Air France, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
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The London-Detroit route is about 6,045 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, UK261 compensation is £520, barring extraordinary circumstances.
