Detroit to London flights
London lies 165 km (103 mi) north-east of Detroit, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Detroit | London | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 645,705 | 422,324 |
| Elevation | 192 m (630 ft) | 252 m (827 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
| Nearest large airport | YQG, 10 km out | YXU, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in London
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Detroit
Detroit is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Windsor International Airport (YQG), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,000 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW, 29 km), Bishop International Airport (FNT, 91 km).
Arriving in London
London is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is London International Airport (YXU), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,800 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF, 87 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London International Airport (regional) | YXU | 9 km (6 mi) | 8,800 ft | 912 ft |
| Region of Waterloo International Airport (regional) | YKF | 87 km (54 mi) | 7,003 ft | 1,054 ft |
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Staying in London
Our booking partner lists 69 places to stay in London. Of the 49 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (23), and 2 are five-star. Across 37 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 29,151 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is London from Detroit?
165 km (103 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Detroit.
How long does it take to get from Detroit to London by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Detroit and London?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Detroit to London flights?
Typically Windsor International Airport (YQG) to London International Airport (YXU); London also has YKF.
What currency do I need in London?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where can I stay in London?
Our booking partner lists 69 places to stay in London, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.