About this route
Airlines serving both London and Detroit include JetBlue, United Airlines, Icelandair and 3 more. Compare 1 loyalty program to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 25,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 95,000 | — |
Published one-way award prices for LHR–DTW. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines serving these airports
These carriers serve both LHR and DTW, non-stop or via a connecting hub.
Best programs for this route
Virgin Points
Biz: 95,000 ptsWhen award seats open on this route
Booking tips
- Virgin Points offers the cheapest economy award at 25,000 points
- Best business class value: Virgin Points at 95,000 points
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
- Compare programs before transferring — prices vary significantly between loyalty currencies
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Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from London to Detroit?
The cheapest option is Virgin Points starting at 25,000 points in economy.
What is the cheapest business class from London to Detroit with points?
Virgin Points offers business class for 95,000 points one-way.
Which loyalty programs can I use for LHR to DTW?
You can book this route with Virgin Points. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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