Flights London → Detroit
LHR → DTW
How long is the flight from London to Detroit?
The flight from London (LHR) to Detroit (DTW) takes about 7h 59m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
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 8/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Detroit the average ATFM delay is 5.5 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 5.5 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines (DL) | 85% | 1 min | 0.8% |
| Air France (AF) | 82% | 28 min | 0.0% |
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) | 82% | 19 min | 5.9% |
Airlines operating LHR-DTW
Airports
Frequently asked questions about LHR-DTW
The flight from London (LHR) to Detroit (DTW) takes about 7h 59m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
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.
