Expect short security lines at DTW, usually under 10 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck or CLEAR.
$65+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JFK
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 November 26, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $135 (Flysmarter) |
One-way from | $65 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $259 |
Good round-trip deal | $302 or less |
Good one-way deal | $248 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy IntlExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 49mJetBlue
Wed 12/249:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24![JetBlue logo]()
$137
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 49mJetBlue
Wed 12/108:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24![JetBlue logo]()
$147
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 49mJetBlue
Thu 1/89:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24![JetBlue logo]()
$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:13 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/73:30 pmJFK - DTW
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25![American Airlines logo]()
$159
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Mon 12/810:36 amDTW - JFK
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Sat 12/136:25 amJFK - DTW
1 stop26h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/25![Frontier logo]()
$161
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 49mJetBlue
Thu 12/118:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24![JetBlue logo]()
$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:20 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:30 amJFK - DTW
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26![American Airlines logo]()
$163
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:12 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop15h 48mFrontier
Thu 12/114:05 pmJFK - DTW
1 stop21h 28mFrontier
Deal found 11/24![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/115:50 amDTW - JFK
2 stops18h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:59 amJFK - DTW
1 stop25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$165
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:20 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/167:42 amJFK - DTW
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26![American Airlines logo]()
$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:39 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:30 amJFK - DTW
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25![American Airlines logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/82:50 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/910:00 amJFK - DTW
2 stops11h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.
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DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/9
6:00 am-7:49 am
Nonstop1h 49m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 12/9
8:45 pm-10:57 pm
Nonstop2h 12m
$147
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 1/17
8:45 am-1:33 pm
1 stop4h 48m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 1/22
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$162
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 1/1
6:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 1/7
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$162
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 1/28
8:45 am-2:58 pm
1 stop6h 13m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 2/1
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$172
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 1/8
8:45 am-2:58 pm
1 stop6h 13m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 1/15
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$172
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 1/6
6:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 1/8
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$172
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 1/8
8:45 am-2:58 pm
1 stop6h 13m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 1/10
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$182
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/23
6:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 12/24
9:45 pm-11:59 pm
Nonstop2h 14m
$187
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 12/31
6:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 1/6
9:45 pm-11:56 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
$192
DetroitNew York
DTW - JFK
DTWJFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 12/24
6:00 am-7:42 am
Nonstop1h 42m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 12/28
9:45 pm-11:59 pm
Nonstop2h 14m
$192
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $64). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 DTW to JFK?
Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on November 25, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Detroit to New York delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between Detroit and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to New York flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to New York flights?
Over the last year, JetBlue have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$79 | Average$117 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$96 | Average$220 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$196 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$136 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$227 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |