How long is the flight from Detroit to London?

The flight from Detroit (DTW) to London (LHR) takes about 6h 24m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 3,264 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Detroit to London?

It is 3,756 miles (6,045 km, or 3,264 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Detroit to London

DTW → LHR · Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Heathrow Airport

The flight from Detroit (DTW) to London (LHR) takes about 6h 24m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 3,756 miles (6,045 km).

3,756

miles

6,045

kilometers

+5h

time change

eastbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

Beyond range

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

6h 55m

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

6h 24m

When will you arrive?

London is 5 hours ahead of Detroit. You cross 5 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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How long is the flight from Detroit to London?: About 6h 24m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 3,756 miles, or 6,045 km (3,264 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: London is 5 hours ahead of Detroit.

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