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Cheap flights from Detroit to New York from £42

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — NYC
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to New York are usually found in August or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to New York (NYC). 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£72

One-way from

£42

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£135

Good round-trip deal

£67 or less

Good one-way deal

£50 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 34m total
  • Detroit to New York
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 16m total
  • Detroit to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£13 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to New York (NYC).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Thu 30/1015:51DTW - EWR
1 stop7h 38mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/1115:22EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£72
Tue 23/909:12DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1022:55EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£75
Wed 8/1020:20DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/1022:55EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/9£90
Thu 27/1106:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1217:10EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9£101
Mon 6/1015:42DTW - EWR
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Wed 15/1005:54EWR - DTW
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Deal found 14/9£106
Fri 3/1006:00DTW - EWR
1 stop3h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1006:30EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£108
Tue 23/1206:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 26/1221:33EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9£112
Fri 14/1105:45DTW - EWR
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/1106:00EWR - DTW
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£116
Thu 9/1009:07DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/1006:30EWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£116
Thu 6/1106:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/1109:00EWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£118
Thu 20/1106:00DTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/1106:00EWR - DTW
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£119

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to New York that are best for you.

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Detroit

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New York

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Price

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/12

19:46-23:57

1 stop4h 11m

Newark

Mon 5/1

21:29-23:38

Nonstop2h 09m

£108

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/12

05:45-10:05

1 stop4h 20m

Newark

Tue 9/12

17:10-19:16

Nonstop2h 06m

£108

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

05:45-10:05

1 stop4h 20m

Newark

Mon 8/12

19:48-23:58

1 stop4h 10m

£116

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/11

05:45-10:05

1 stop4h 20m

Newark

Sun 9/11

19:25-23:59

1 stop4h 34m

£116

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/10

09:07-10:59

Nonstop1h 52m

Newark

Thu 16/10

06:29-08:25

Nonstop1h 56m

£116

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/12

05:45-09:40

1 stop3h 55m

Newark

Sat 3/1

21:31-23:40

Nonstop2h 09m

£119

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

05:45-10:05

1 stop4h 20m

Newark

Sun 7/12

19:48-23:58

1 stop4h 10m

£127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/11

17:40-19:24

Nonstop1h 44m

Newark

Tue 2/12

06:00-08:12

Nonstop2h 12m

£130

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 22/12

21:35-23:23

Nonstop1h 48m

Newark

Mon 5/1

20:20-22:20

Nonstop2h 00m

£130

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 22/12

21:35-23:23

Nonstop1h 48m

Newark

Thu 1/1

06:35-08:48

Nonstop2h 13m

£130

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to New York. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to New York, you should look to book at least 63 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 Detroit to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New York (average of £500). Flying from Detroit to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 DTT to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

When flying from Detroit to New York, 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 66% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to New York. 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 16 September 2025.

The most flights from DTT to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (106 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (84 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines from Detroit to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
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Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sept 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.0

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sept 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to New York. 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 from for flights from Detroit to New York?

    Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to New York. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York from All airports; the airport handles an average of 95 outbound flights to New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Detroit airport to New York. It is only a 0.6 mi journey to All airports (DTT) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Detroit to New York can take about 4h 11m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £108. There are 486 mi between Detroit and New York.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to New York round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at £76, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to New York.. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to New York from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Endeavor Airlines (99%), Scandinavian Airlines (95%), Etihad Airways( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to New York?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £46. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Newark) can be booked for £204 on average, our data indicates £374 when flying from Detroit to New York.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New York 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 Detroit to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New York (average of £500). Flying from Detroit to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 airline flying from Detroit to New York

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£76Average£85FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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