Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to DTW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and DTW:
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Toronto Pearson International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight is R 6,321. A round-trip ticket is currently R 9,842. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from LGW to DTW, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LGW to DTW.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DTW:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Detroit in March.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to DTW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.