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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£166
Typical prices: £98-£230
Frontier
Sun 14/10Sun 21/10
DTW - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£172
Typical prices: £98-£230
United Airlines
Sun 7/10Sun 14/10
DTW - EWR • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Arrive early at Detroit; self-service bag check can mean longer lines.
Allow extra time with kids; airport staffing may be limited before departure.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 1h 51m.
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Cheapest • 8% average savings
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £112 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to New York (DTW-NYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Detroit to New York

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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12:34 - 01:02DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
12h 28m1 stop Orlando
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05:55 - 17:56EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 01m1 stop Orlando
£166Frontier
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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15:01 - 17:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 59mdirect
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21:29 - 23:38EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 09mdirect
£172United Airlines
Sat, 26 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct
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07:00 - 08:41DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 41mdirect
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20:25 - 22:30EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 05mdirect
£177Delta
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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10:19 - 14:09DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
3h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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21:29 - 23:38EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 09mdirect
£180United Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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21:30 - 23:16DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 46mdirect
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06:00 - 07:55EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 55mdirect
£181Delta
Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct
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05:20 - 10:27DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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06:00 - 07:55EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 55mdirect
£185Delta
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct
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07:00 - 08:41DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 41mdirect
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13:00 - 14:53EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 53mdirect
£186Delta
Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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07:00 - 08:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 45mdirect
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09:40 - 11:44EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 04mdirect
£187Delta
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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07:00 - 08:45DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 45mdirect
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20:25 - 22:30EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 05mdirect
£190Delta
Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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07:00 - 08:41DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-EWR Newark
1h 41mdirect
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06:00 - 07:55EWR  Newark-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 55mdirect
£191Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights

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How much is a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York start at £166. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £98 to £230. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £166 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight route?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York route, averaging £147 return. Other Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York routes average £166, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York at £113 return.
  • June (£251) and July (£247) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to New York

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£78
Best time to beat the crowds (26% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Detroit to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Detroit to New York 
MollieFlew with Spirit Airlines-Feb 2025
You have to weigh your bags yourself, there is no assistant to help check bags like on delta, so it takes longer and is more of a pain. Long lines, count on an extra few minutes. Other than that, everything was fine.
Verified travelerFlew with Spirit Airlines-Mar 2024
Show up extra early, especially if you are flying with kids. There are no employees around to assist you.

Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    4 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £112 return via Orlando (MCO), compared with £154 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £152 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £183, a difference of £31. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 12 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 7%.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:51
    • Latest: departs at 21:50 and lands at 23:41.

    The flight takes about 1h 51m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 32% above the route average of £155. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York takes 1h 51m, covering 494 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £166 to £758. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £96, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does JetBlue's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights are:

    • JetBlue: 91% on time
    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 87% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 07m, compared to 4h 16m via Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and 4h 36m via Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG).

  • What car hire options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around £15:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around £12:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around £21:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight?

    Return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York range from £98 to £230, with an average of £155 over the past 12 months. Anything below £98 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue
    • • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £152 – about £31 less than Sunday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York trip for January. Fares historically average £113 return in that month – typically £137 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, JetBlue is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of JetBlue flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours12 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £112 return on this route – about £42 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

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Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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