Detroit (DTW) to London (LHR)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 3,756 | 6,010 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 3,756 | 6,010 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 3,756 | 5,634 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 3,756 | 5,634 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 3,756 | 7,512 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 3,756 | 5,634 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Detroit and London follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The DTW to LHR route connects Detroit, United States with London, United Kingdom. This long-haul flight covers 3,756 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to United Kingdom. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 50° from Detroit. There is a 5 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves Detroit, United States.
🛬 About LHR
London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest airport in Europe and the UK's main international gateway.