DTW to LHR: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 6,045 km (3,756 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 8h 5m, heading northeast. The distance is the same in either direction (LHR to DTW).
How far is it from Detroit to London?
The great-circle distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 6,045 km (3,756 mi, 3,264 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from DTW to LHR?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 8h 5m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. LHR is roughly northeast of DTW.
Airlines flying DTW to LHR
4 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Detroit from London?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are 6,045 km (3,756 mi, 3,264 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from DTW to LHR?
A typical nonstop flight between DTW and LHR takes about 8h 5m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is LHR from DTW?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) lies roughly northeast of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
Which airlines fly DTW to LHR?
4 airlines appear on the DTW-LHR route in the open dataset, including Air France, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Related routes
Other routes from Detroit (DTW):
Other routes from London (LHR):
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