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$47+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New York, NY (NYC)

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DTW — NYC
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to New York (NYC). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$80
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$47
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$177

Good round-trip deal

$119 or less

Good one-way deal

$83 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Sat 7/194:15 pmDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/265:23 pmEWR - DTW
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$80
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Mon 8/1810:49 amDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/216:35 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$94
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/234:08 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Tue 8/266:00 amJFK - DTW
1 stop8h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$95
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:08 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/256:35 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:08 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Wed 8/2711:30 amLGA - DTW
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$102
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Tue 7/1512:18 pmDTW - EWR
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/226:05 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$127
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Tue 11/42:00 pmDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Wed 12/36:00 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/3$137
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Wed 8/209:40 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 58mDelta
Wed 8/277:22 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/3$137
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Sat 11/82:14 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 45mJetBlue
Mon 12/16:35 amJFK - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$138
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Wed 8/209:48 amDTW - JFK
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/23:25 pmJFK - DTW
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$159
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Sun 8/245:30 pmDTW - SWF
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/255:36 pmSWF - DTW
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$197

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/19

4:15 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Newark

Sat 7/26

5:23 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 05m

$80

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/18

10:49 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/21

6:35 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$94

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/23

4:08 pm-12:56 am

1 stop8h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$95

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

4:08 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/25

6:35 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$101

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

4:08 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-5:41 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$102

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

12:18 pm-12:44 am

1 stop12h 26m

Newark

Tue 7/22

6:05 am-8:07 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$127

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

2:00 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$137

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

Wed 8/27

7:22 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$137

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/25

9:45 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$138

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/20

9:48 am-2:30 pm

1 stop4h 42m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/2

3:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$159

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Airports
DTW

At DTW, security wait times are short, usually under 10 minutes, making it efficient for early morning flights.

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EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a 45-minute ride to Penn Station.

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LGA

From LGA, the M60 bus connects to 11 subway lines, offering a convenient route to Manhattan.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to New York

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York, you should look to book at least 51 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?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to New York. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to New York. 5 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 50 outbound flights to New York per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York round-trip from $80. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $95, and Delta, from $137. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York are Spirit Airlines ($47), Frontier ($55), and JetBlue ($77).

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York on time: China Eastern (94%), Qatar Airways (92%), Etihad Airways (92%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $98. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New York LaGuardia) can be booked for $68 on average our data indicates $2,038 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New York 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to New York

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to New York. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$83Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$123Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$130Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$152Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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