Traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between DTW and LGW:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport is C$224. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$641. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flight tickets from DTW to LGW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near DTW:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the center of London. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to London in February.
When booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DTW to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from DTW to LGW:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-have experiences during your London visit.
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to London Gatwick Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal London stay.