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New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
New York.$133 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New York Newark on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to New York flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $163
Jul
from $111
Aug
from $111
Sep
from $111
Oct
from $111
Nov
from $154
Dec
from $234
Jan
from $211
Feb
from $211
Mar
from $211
Apr
from $212
May
from $1,369

Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to New York

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Detroit to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$111
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 52 mins
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week731

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to New York is $111. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to New York.
Republic Airways, Delta and WestJet fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to New York.
As of June 2025, there are 731 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to New York is usually July.
If you're flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $111.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to New York on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New York: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York is 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • New York and Detroit (where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • With 64 weekly flights between the two airports, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:28. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from DTW to LGA is with Delta Air Lines at 21:55.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your DTW to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Book a direct Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York ticket and make your trip as simple as possible. DTW offers nonstop flights to these New York airports:

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York are operated by a variety of airlines. Travel with one of these:

  • DTW is around 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DTW:

  • Of the departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% land on time at their destination.

  • DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to New York

  • $55 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight. Return flight tickets start from $111. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from DTW to New York, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • The best month for landing cheap Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from DTW to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DTW to New York.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your DTW to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR can get you a lower rate.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport can be found at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Step off your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York and go straight to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 25 minutes to drive there.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour.

  • Choose a hotel near LGA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late DTW to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:

  • Whether you want an economy for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York for the best deals.

  • LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit New York in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DTW to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are must-do's during your New York adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.

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