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Cheap flights from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from £79

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — DTW
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
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 April, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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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 6 August 2026.

Tue 15/920:25 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Sat 26/907:00 -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 6/8£146
Wed 16/905:55 -
2 stops13h 00m
Wed 23/918:46 -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 2/8£148
Wed 9/913:00 -
Nonstop1h 49m
Tue 15/908:25 -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 5/8£154
Tue 15/922:29 -
1 stop13h 22m
Sat 26/916:35 -
1 stop8h 26m
Deal found 1/8£154
Thu 10/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 55m
Tue 15/917:45 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 5/8£155
Thu 17/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 55m
Sat 19/907:00 -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 5/8£159
Fri 11/920:00 -
Nonstop2h 09m
Mon 14/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 51m
Deal found 1/8£160
Sat 19/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 55m
Sat 26/921:30 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 4/8£161
Thu 10/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 55m
Wed 16/907:00 -
1 stop7h 16m
Deal found 5/8£163
Mon 28/1206:00 -
Nonstop1h 52m
Fri 1/121:20 -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 2/8£164
Tue 1/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 50m
Sat 5/919:45 -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 5/8£165

Find flight deals from New York to Detroit

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£146

One-way from

£79

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July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£198

Good round-trip deal

£233 or less

Good one-way deal

£142 or less
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  • 9/9-12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 41m total
  • New York to Detroit
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  • 10/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 55m total
  • New York to Detroit
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
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NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 15/9

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 26/9

07:00-08:41

Nonstop1h 41m

£146
Fastest return journey

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 16/9

09:48-11:42

Nonstop1h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/9

21:30-23:15

Nonstop1h 45m

£154

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 2/9

21:27-23:36

Nonstop2h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/9

10:20-14:05

1 stop3h 45m

£161

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Thu 20/8

09:45-15:41

1 stop5h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 22/8

21:40-23:25

Nonstop1h 45m

£172

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 26/8

21:27-23:36

Nonstop2h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 28/8

06:00-09:59

1 stop3h 59m

£178

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Sun 4/10

06:00-10:00

1 stop4h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/10

07:00-08:51

Nonstop1h 51m

£186

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Fri 28/8

20:15-22:29

Nonstop2h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 29/8

21:40-23:25

Nonstop1h 45m

£206

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 15/9

20:00-22:09

Nonstop2h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 26/9

06:00-09:57

1 stop3h 57m

£206
Cheapest one-way

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 16/9

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

£85

NewarkDetroit

EWR Newark - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

EWRDTW

Newark

Sat 24/10

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

£100

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of £126). Flying from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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 6 August 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 6 August 2026.

The most flights from NYC to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (90 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights typically cost between £140 and £273 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £146 on Delta (15 Sept–26 Sept).

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 148 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 in the evening 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, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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

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 54 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 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 1 August 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. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 70 inbound flights from New York per day from 1 airline. 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 2h. There are 486 mi between New York and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 £125. You may be able to fly from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 33% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • 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: LATAM Airlines (86%), Delta (71%), KLM( 70%).

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is generally £228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £88. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay £128 for that flight.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of £126). Flying from New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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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