Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LGW and DTW are:
Keflavik International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is C$351. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$612. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from LGW to DTW, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Book a hotel close to DTW if you're catching a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 27 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 8 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Detroit. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGW to DTW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Detroit
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Detroit right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from LGW to DTW:
Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Detroit itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Michigan Central Station.
Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental
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