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Route Information for Flights from New York to Detroit

Origin Airport IATA Code
NYC
Destination Airport IATA Code
DTT
Distance
507 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Qatar Airways, KLM, LOT Polish Airlines, Icelandair, Air Europa, Air France, China Eastern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Aeromexico, El Al, JetBlue, LATAM Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, ITA Airways, Korean Air, WestJet, Virgin Atlantic
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:05PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
2:58AM UTC

Cheap Flights from New York to Detroit

Airports in New York

Three airports service the New York metropolitan area: John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. JFK is located 20 miles from Manhattan on JFK Access Road. LaGuardia is located 6.5 miles from Manhattan on Ditmars Boulevard. Newark is located 16 miles from Manhattan on Brewster Road in Newark, New Jersey. Numerous airlines service the three airports, including North American, JetBlue and United Airlines. The Orbitz.com website can find you cheap flights from New York to any domestic or international destination.

Parking and Transportation

All three airports have long-term parking options available. JFK and Newark both charge $18 per day for long-term parking. The long-term parking at LaGuardia Airport costs $33 per day for the first two days, and $18 per day for each additional day. The NYC Airporter shuttle takes passengers from New York to JFK and LaGuardia airports. The bus fare is $12.75 to LaGuardia and $15.75 to JFK. The subway also runs between Manhattan, LaGuardia and JFK. Cab fare from Manhattan runs between $30 and $50, depending on which airport you're heading to. If you need access to a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, Orbitz.com can reserve a rental car for you.

Dining at the Airports

If you need to grab a bite to eat before your flight, all three airports have on-site restaurants. Some of the dining options include McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks. Using Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from New York means that all of your travel details are handled before you arrive at the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before your flight.

Traveling to Detroit

Orbitz.com can get you cheap flights to Detroit easily by scanning its list of hundreds of airline flights to and from the area, as well as getting you sales on a hotel room and transportation.

Airports in the Area

Detroit is served by Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Bishop International Airport. Wayne County Airport is located in the suburb of Romulus, 21 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. Currently, Delta Airlines carries the majority of the traffic. Orbitz.com works closely with the airline to get the best deals for flights.

Transportation in Detroit

Bus routes 125 and 280 run to and from the airport once per hour. You can take the bus to anywhere in metropolitan Detroit; terminals are scattered throughout the city. The airport also has a rental car service. Located next to I-94, you can use a rental car to travel to Detroit and the surrounding cities. Booking rental car service is easy with Orbitz.com.

Detroit Climate Expectations

Detroit has extreme temperature variations, from upwards of 90 degrees in the summer to below zero in the winter. If you visit during the winter, expect moderate snowfall in January, and bring warm clothing, such as hats, gloves, and earmuffs to protect yourself from frostbite.

Things to Do in Detroit

The city got its nickname of "Motown" partially from the motor industry but also from its culture of soul music. Take some time out to attend the Detroit International Jazz Festival, or visit the Detroit Theatre District to attend a live Broadway show. In addition to finding cheap flights to Detroit, Orbitz.com can give you addresses of low-cost hotels near popular tourist attractions.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from New York to Detroit?
You’ll find 3 airlines that fly nonstop from LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), so get ready to hit that “book” button. One of these top carriers will have the flight you’re looking for:

  • Delta
  • American Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the shortest flight from New York to Detroit?
If the weather is good and all goes as scheduled, you could be flying into Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) from LGA in just 1 hour and 40 minutes. With such a short flight time, think about taking hand luggage only.
What airlines fly from New York to Detroit most frequently?
Delta (DL) is one of the carriers with the most flights from LaGuardia Airport to Metro Airport. It offers 169 services on this route every month. Taking a vacation is one of life’s biggest pleasures, and this carrier will get you where you need to go. American Airlines (AA) also operates services from New York to Detroit. It’s another reliable choice and offers 78 flights monthly.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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