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Cheap flights from New York to Detroit from £57

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — DTT
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Detroit All airports are usually found in January or July, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday 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 21 November 2025.

Sat 6/1213:55EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1214:50DTW - EWR
1 stop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/11£72
Sun 28/1206:59EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 30/1205:10DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/11£88
Sat 27/1222:00EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/122:08DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/11£103
Thu 18/1219:59EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Wed 21/114:20DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 42mDelta
Deal found 19/11£105
Thu 18/1219:59EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Sat 17/115:50DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Deal found 19/11£106
Wed 10/1217:10EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/1206:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£109
Fri 5/1209:15EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1206:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11£112
Thu 4/1206:00EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Mon 8/1221:31DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 50mDelta
Deal found 19/11£120

Cheap 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 (DTT). 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£72

One-way from

£57

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£174

Good round-trip deal

£75 or less

Good one-way deal

£76 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/12-9/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 26m total
  • New York to Detroit
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 06m total
  • New York to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 November 2025.
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NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Sat 6/12

13:55-15:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/12

14:50-20:31

1 stop5h 41m

£72

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Sun 28/12

06:59-08:43

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 30/12

05:10-06:56

Nonstop1h 46m

£88

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Sat 27/12

22:00-23:51

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

22:08-23:48

Nonstop1h 40m

£103

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Wed 3/12

09:15-11:26

Nonstop2h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/12

09:00-10:57

Nonstop1h 57m

£112

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Thu 8/1

17:14-19:36

Nonstop2h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

19:45-23:59

1 stop4h 14m

£113

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Fri 9/1

18:00-20:22

Nonstop2h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 55m

£113

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Fri 12/12

16:00-18:06

Nonstop2h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

09:00-10:58

Nonstop1h 58m

£116

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Sat 13/12

19:52-23:58

1 stop4h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/12

06:00-07:59

Nonstop1h 59m

£116

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Tue 9/12

19:52-23:58

1 stop4h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/12

06:00-07:59

Nonstop1h 59m

£120

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

EWRDTW

Newark

Fri 9/1

11:40-13:51

Nonstop2h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/1

18:40-20:35

Nonstop1h 55m

£120

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Detroit?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit (average of £37). Flying from New York to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of £83). 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 DTT?

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 21 November 2025.

When flying from New York to Detroit, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Detroit 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

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 21 November 2025.

The most flights from NYC to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Detroit?

How often are flights from New York to Detroit delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between New York and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 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?

Saturday 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, Braathens Regional Aviation have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines from New York to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,159 reviews
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Overall

6.3

Entertainment

5.0

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Nov 2025

MCO - BWI

Sitting in exit seats without an upgrade should be allowed if nobody sitting in them what’s the big deal?
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,159 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,159 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.3

Entertainment

5.0

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Nov 2025

MCO - BWI

Sitting in exit seats without an upgrade should be allowed if nobody sitting in them what’s the big deal?

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?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Detroit. 2 airlines have flights to All airports from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 78 inbound flights from New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Detroit?

    Spirit Airlines and United Airlines can get you from New York to Detroit in just under 1h 45m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. New York and Detroit are separated by a distance of 486 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Detroit round-trip from £37. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 78% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Detroit?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Detroit consider choosing Endeavor Airlines (98%), LATAM Airlines (94%) or Air France (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Detroit (average of £37). Flying from New York to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of £83). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£37Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest£120Average£216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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