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Cheap flights from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from £48

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — DTW
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or February, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 March 2026.

Tue 24/314:00
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 1/411:34
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 9/3£54
Tue 24/314:00
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 14/411:34
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£54
Tue 24/306:55
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 15/420:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£61
Thu 16/416:59
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 22/420:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3£69
Wed 25/305:50
EWR
-
DTW
1 stop5h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 14/411:34
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£73
Sat 9/517:21
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 10/520:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3£78
Sun 12/406:55
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 17/420:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£82
Fri 24/416:59
EWR
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 1/520:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£86
Wed 22/422:29
EWR
-
DTW
1 stop10h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/420:18
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3£86
Thu 26/314:54
EWR
-
DTW
1 stop7h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 14/411:34
DTW
-
EWR
Nonstop1h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 10/3£87

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Detroit (DTW). 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 12 March 2026.

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£54

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£48

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Average price

£179

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£117 or less

Good one-way deal

£118 or less
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  • 3h 21m total
  • New York to Detroit
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  • 19/3
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  • 1h 51m total
  • New York to Detroit
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NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Mon 23/3

06:55-08:46

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/4

11:34-13:05

Nonstop1h 31m

£54
Fastest return journey

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 24/3

14:00-15:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/4

11:34-13:05

Nonstop1h 31m

£54

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 29/4

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/5

07:00-08:40

Nonstop1h 40m

£128

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 29/4

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

07:00-08:43

Nonstop1h 43m

£132

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 8/7

21:22-23:31

Nonstop2h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

07:00-08:53

Nonstop1h 53m

£139

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 28/4

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/5

07:00-08:43

Nonstop1h 43m

£147

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 23/6

20:20-22:19

Nonstop1h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/7

07:15-08:54

Nonstop1h 39m

£147
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Fastest single journey

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 29/4

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

£55

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 9/6

20:20-22:19

Nonstop1h 59m

£55

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 28/4

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

£55

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 67 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 New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of £40). Flying from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £63). 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 NYC to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 March 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 53% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Detroit. 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 12 March 2026.

The most flights from NYC to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (94 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

How often are flights from New York to Detroit delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Detroit flights?

Over the past year, Spirit Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from New York. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 77 inbound flights from New York per day from 2 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Departing from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport will take you 1h 51m. There are 486 mi between New York and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from £36. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. You may be able to fly from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 78% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (84%), LATAM Airlines (79%), WestJet( 77%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Detroit 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 New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of £40). Flying from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £63). 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 2 airlines flying from New York to Detroit

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£36Average£133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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