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$84+ 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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JFK
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Delta)

One-way from

$84
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$213

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$176 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl
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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:15 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Wed 12/34:50 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/10$137
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/36:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 45mJetBlue
Mon 7/79:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/173:03 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/226:30 amJFK - DTW
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$159
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Fri 8/228:02 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Sun 8/249:00 amJFK - DTW
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$200

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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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Detroit

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Depart

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Price

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/20

9:40 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/2

4:54 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$137

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/7

9:45 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$138

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

3:03 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/22

6:30 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 46m

$159

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

8:02 pm-7:39 am

1 stop11h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/24

9:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$200

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$84

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$97

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

8:02 pm-7:39 am

1 stop11h 37m

$106

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

5:30 am-10:34 am

2 stops29h 04m

$165

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/6

7:01 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$169

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

7:14 am-10:49 pm

3 stops15h 35m

$382

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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 June 9, 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, January 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 $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 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 57% 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 June 8, 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. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to JFK are scheduled on a Monday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to New York, such as Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to New York John F Kennedy Intl should be relatively easy as there are 32 daily outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Delta, at $137, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and American Airlines. Delta is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are JetBlue ($84), American Airlines ($97), and Frontier ($106).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Consider China Eastern (90%), Air Serbia (89%) or Scandinavian Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $83. On average you can expect to pay $2,038. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $137.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January 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 $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$83Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$150Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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