Detroit

$44+ Cheap flights to Detroit

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— DTT
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Flights to Detroit in 2025

Find the latest flights to Detroit in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on July 3, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$204

Round-trip from

$82

One-way from

$44

Good round-trip deal

$145 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
From New York to Detroit
One-way flight from New York to Detroit (DTT)
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Cheapest flights to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Detroit. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

Sat 8/29:00 pmEWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/39:07 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$82
Fri 8/2211:03 amEWR - DTW
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/256:15 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$90
Thu 9/185:55 amEWR - DTW
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Sat 9/203:42 pmDTW - EWR
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$95
Mon 9/156:35 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1810:57 amDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$96
Sun 9/146:30 amLGA - DTW
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Tue 9/162:40 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$98
Sun 9/146:15 amJFK - DTW
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Wed 9/172:40 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$98
Wed 7/239:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Tue 8/126:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$127
Tue 8/127:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 33mDelta
Tue 8/199:40 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/3$137
Thu 7/316:30 amJFK - DTW
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/76:00 amDTW - JFK
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$159
Fri 10/1711:31 amSWF - DTW
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:28 pmDTW - SWF
1 stop13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$168

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Price

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Sat 8/2

9:00 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

9:07 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$82

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Fri 8/22

11:03 am-6:58 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/25

6:15 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$90

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Thu 9/18

5:55 am-2:46 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/20

3:42 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 52m

$95

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/15

6:35 am-8:29 am

Nonstop1h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

10:57 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$96

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/14

6:30 am-2:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

2:40 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$98

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/14

6:15 am-2:46 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

2:40 pm-12:43 am

1 stop10h 03m

$98

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/23

9:45 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$127

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/22

11:30 am-6:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/24

5:20 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$127

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

7:45 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

9:40 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$137

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/31

6:30 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$159

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The best insider tips for flights to Detroit

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit trip
Airlines
American Airlines

American Airlines’ Main Cabin Extra offers more legroom and priority boarding.


American’s Flagship Business offers lie-flat seats and chef-curated meals on international flights.

Frontier

Frontier’s UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier’s Economy Bundle includes a carry-on, seat selection, and no change fees.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
JetBlue

JetBlue offers free onboard Wifi and screens at every seat for movies and live TV.


JetBlue’s Blue Basic allows a free carry-on, but changes and cancellations incur fees.

Read more about JetBlueby Blane Bachelor
Delta

Delta’s Comfort Plus offers extra legroom, earlier boarding, and upgraded snacks.


Delta offers free Wi-Fi on most domestic flights for SkyMiles members.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United’s Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding on select routes.


United’s Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit’s Big Front Seats offer wider seats and 11 inches more legroom.


Spirit’s Saver$ Club offers rotating deals and discounts on luggage and seats.

Airports
DTW

For a quick trip to downtown, take the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX). It offers a comfortable ride with Wi-Fi and takes about 30-45 minutes.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Marisa Garcia

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on JetBlue

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on DTW

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Detroit

When is the best time to book a flight to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights to Detroit is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Detroit?

On average, a flight from New York to Detroit takes 3 hours 18 minutes. Flights to Detroit from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Detroit should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Detroit

The most flights from New York to Detroit are scheduled on a Wednesday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Detroit?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Detroit are Spirit Airlines, JetBlue and Delta.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing the United States, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

FAQs about flying to Detroit

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit?

    If you book a flight to Detroit, you will be flying into All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit. Booking flights from New York to Detroit All airports should be relatively easy as there are 74 daily flights from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Detroit if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Detroit on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Detroit?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Spirit Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Detroit.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Detroit. One-way flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically cost $36, while round-trip flights cost around $64.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Detroit?

    A round-trip flight to Detroit will typically cost around $1,460, however they can be found for as little as $64.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Detroit depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Detroit, Lansing Capital City offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 49 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to West Vernor-Springwells Historic District?

    If being close to West Vernor-Springwells Historic District is important to you, you’ll want to land at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

    Yes. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the closest property to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (0.0 mi away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County).

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