John F Kennedy Intl

$64+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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DTW — JFK
Aug 26 — Sep 21
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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 March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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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 August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$114
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$64
(Priceline)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$222

Good round-trip deal

$243 or less

Good one-way deal

$202 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl
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Thu 9/412:16 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 43mJetBlue
Sun 9/79:29 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$114
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Thu 9/1112:16 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 43mJetBlue
Mon 9/159:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$117
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Thu 9/412:16 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 43mJetBlue
Mon 9/89:29 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$120
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Tue 9/96:12 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 47mJetBlue
Tue 9/99:45 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 8/20$127
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Fri 9/2612:16 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 43mJetBlue
Mon 9/299:29 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$129
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Wed 9/106:12 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 47mJetBlue
Sun 9/149:29 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$131

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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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DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/13

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

6:12 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/20

9:29 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

2:31 pm-4:14 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/4

8:45 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

12:10 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

9:29 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/13

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/13

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/14

9:29 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

9:29 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/16

9:29 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

12:16 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/4

9:45 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$127

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip
Airports
DTW

Expect short security lines at DTW, usually under 10 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck or CLEAR.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
JFK

For a quick trip to Manhattan, the LIRR from JFK is fastest, taking about 20-25 minutes.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
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Chris Dong

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Expert on JFK

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Chris Dong

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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 August 8, 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 August 21, 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 61% 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 August 17, 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.

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 August 21, 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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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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 33 daily outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Airlines like JetBlue fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in about 1h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 507 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $90, 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 Delta. Spirit Airlines is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (95%), China Eastern (94%) or Endeavor Airlines (93%) 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 $86. On average you can expect to pay $1,437. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $125.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$91Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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