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$69+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Detroit (DTT)

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NYC — DTT
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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Cheapest flights from New York to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/31:00 pm
JFK
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DTW
1 stop11h 39m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:05 pm
DTW
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JFK
1 stop17h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/36:29 am
LGA
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DTW
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Tue 6/96:30 am
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:29 am
LGA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 35m
Frontier
Tue 6/21:59 pm
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:55 am
EWR
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DTW
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Tue 6/21:59 pm
DTW
-
EWR
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:29 am
LGA
-
DTW
1 stop18h 09m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:05 pm
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop26h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:49 pm
LGA
-
DTW
1 stop18h 15m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:20 am
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:00 pm
LGA
-
DTW
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Sat 6/132:54 pm
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop8h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:29 pm
EWR
-
DTW
1 stop15h 13m
Frontier
Sat 6/132:54 pm
DTW
-
EWR
1 stop6h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:55 am
EWR
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DTW
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:05 pm
DTW
-
EWR
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$145
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:00 pm
LGA
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DTW
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:30 am
DTW
-
LGA
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$148
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:45 pm
JFK
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DTW
Nonstop2h 14m
JetBlue
Wed 6/36:10 am
DTW
-
JFK
Nonstop1h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/3$155
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/29:45 pm
JFK
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DTW
Nonstop2h 14m
JetBlue
Wed 6/36:10 am
DTW
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JFK
Nonstop1h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/5$156

Find flight deals from New York to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Detroit (DTT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$227

Good round-trip deal

$165 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Detroit (DTT).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Detroit that are best for you.

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Route

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/7

5:25 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

8:50 am-2:23 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$187

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 6/9

9:45 am-3:33 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/10

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$217

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/22

9:55 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/29

6:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$217

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Thu 5/28

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 56m

$217

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/15

2:15 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/21

7:02 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$217

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Sat 7/4

10:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/18

5:25 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$227

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/26

6:55 am-9:01 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/1

7:45 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$228

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 8/5

9:45 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$237

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/10

8:51 am-3:33 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

7:03 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$237

New YorkDetroit

JFK - DTW

JFKDTW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/22

2:15 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/27

8:10 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$243

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Compare providers for flights from New York to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Detroit in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New York to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Detroit?

The best time to book flights from New York to Detroit is 20 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Detroit?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit (average of $177). Flying from New York to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $285). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 8, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York 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 May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Detroit flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 8, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to DTT are scheduled on a Friday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (53 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Detroit?

How often are flights from New York to Detroit delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Detroit flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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 May 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Detroit, such as Delta,United Airlines, andJetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

New York to Detroit Travel Guide

The airport in Detroit, which has a code of DTW, serves many international flights, especially those coming in from Asia. It’s a hub for Delta Air Lines, the second largest one they use. It’s the busiest airport in the state of Michigan. It’s also one of the hubs of airlines that is the largest in the country. This airport serves international flights for over 30 countries.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve New York to Detroit flights?

    Going to Detroit from New York will be served best by either Liberty International Airport in Newark or LaGuardia Airport in Queens. Your flight will land at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. There are some direct flights that are under two hours of flight time. Other options will have you stopping somewhere on your way.

  • Which airlines fly directly from New York to Detroit?

    You’ll find there are plenty of options for direct flights into Detroit from New York. Delta offers several. They have flights taking off from Newark, LaGuardia, and Newburgh. Spirit Airlines flies from LaGuardia into Detroit. American Airlines has a few offered too.

  • What are the stopover options between New York to Detroit?

    You can fly with Spirit Airlines and go through New Orleans or Myrtle Beach. The stops are an hour to two. JetBlue Airways offers flights from Newark or LaGuardia that stop in Boston. American Airlines flies through Philadelphia or Charlotte. Most of their stopovers are less than an hour in length. You can also go with United and fly through either Houston or Chicago. The travel times for these flights vary from just a few hours to around six hours.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New York to Detroit?

    You don’t need a passport or visa for this route. The flight is purely domestic. You only need a valid form of ID with a photo.

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

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Detroit. 6 airlines have flights to All airports from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 74 inbound flights from New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Detroit?

    United Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue can get you from New York to Detroit in just under 2h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 33m. There are 507 mi between New York and Detroit. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Detroit round-trip?

    Currently priced at $54, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New York to Detroit and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $93 and $95, respectively. These flights start at 74% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Detroit one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $35. United Airlines flights start at $78 while deals on American Airlines start at $78 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Detroit?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (82%), LATAM Airlines (81%), LOT( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $96. While the most popular route (Newark - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $177 on average, our data indicates $368 when flying from New York to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Detroit?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit (average of $177). Flying from New York to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $285). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from New York to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New York to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$93Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$95Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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