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

According to our data, JetBlue has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airlines fly to New York?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Detroit to New York on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 173 flights per week flying from Detroit to New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Detroit to New York on average per day?

As of December 2025, 24 flights take off from Detroit and land in New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00p.m., with 43% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How often are flights from Detroit to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Detroit and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to New York?

Spirit Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to New York

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to New York?

Prices for flights from Detroit to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to New York?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to New York as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to New York?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

C$ 66 Cheap Flights from Detroit to New York in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 163 to C$ 386. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 116.

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2:06 p.m. - 3:49 p.m.

DTW

LGA

1h 43mdirect

8:54 a.m. - 10:56 a.m.

LGA

DTW

2h 02mdirect

C$ 116Spirit Airlines

Fri, 23 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

10:27 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.

DTW

EWR

1h 32mdirect

10:00 p.m. - 11:51 p.m.

EWR

DTW

1h 51mdirect

C$ 116Spirit Airlines

Fri, 2 Jan - Mon, 5 Jan

9:28 p.m. - 11:23 p.m.

DTW

LGA

1h 55mdirect

5:30 a.m. - 7:29 a.m.

LGA

DTW

1h 59mdirect

C$ 117Spirit Airlines

Fri, 2 Jan - Tue, 6 Jan

5:10 a.m. - 6:56 a.m.

DTW

EWR

1h 46mdirect

6:59 a.m. - 8:43 a.m.

EWR

DTW

1h 44mdirect

C$ 117Spirit Airlines

Sat, 3 Jan - Tue, 6 Jan

9:28 p.m. - 11:23 p.m.

DTW

LGA

1h 55mdirect

5:30 a.m. - 7:29 a.m.

LGA

DTW

1h 59mdirect

C$ 120Spirit Airlines

Fri, 2 Jan - Mon, 5 Jan

6:00 a.m. - 7:50 a.m.

DTW

LGA

1h 50mdirect

5:45 a.m. - 7:41 a.m.

LGA

DTW

1h 56mdirect

C$ 131Spirit Airlines

Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

5:00 a.m. - 6:47 a.m.

DTW

EWR

1h 47mdirect

10:19 p.m. - 12:19 a.m.

EWR

DTW

2h 00mdirect

C$ 131Spirit Airlines

Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

5:10 a.m. - 6:56 a.m.

DTW

EWR

1h 46mdirect

6:59 a.m. - 8:43 a.m.

EWR

DTW

1h 44mdirect

C$ 132Spirit Airlines

Fri, 2 Jan - Mon, 5 Jan

2:36 p.m. - 9:29 p.m.

DTW

LGA

6h 53m1 stop

8:54 a.m. - 10:56 a.m.

LGA

DTW

2h 02mdirect

C$ 175Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

7:22 p.m. - 11:03 a.m.

DTW

SWF

15h 41m1 stop

11:43 a.m. - 7:38 p.m.

SWF

DTW

7h 55m1 stop

C$ 1,419Multiple Airlines

Mon, 29 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan

United Airlines flights from Detroit to New York

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United Airlines

9 Jan

DTW9:00 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 58m

EWR10:58 a.m.Newark

12 Jan

EWR5:14 p.m.Newark

2h 22m

DTW7:36 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 175

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1 Feb

DTW9:00 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 58m

EWR10:58 a.m.Newark

3 Feb

EWR5:14 p.m.Newark

2h 22m

DTW7:36 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 182

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United Airlines

6 Jan

DTW7:45 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 14m

1 stop

EWR11:59 p.m.Newark

10 Jan

EWR5:14 p.m.Newark

2h 22m

DTW7:36 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 196

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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to New York

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Spirit Airlines

2 Jan

DTW10:27 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 32m

EWR11:59 p.m.Newark

5 Jan

EWR10:00 p.m.Newark

1h 51m

DTW11:51 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 116

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Spirit Airlines

3 Jan

DTW5:10 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 46m

EWR6:56 a.m.Newark

6 Jan

EWR6:59 a.m.Newark

1h 44m

DTW8:43 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 117

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Spirit Airlines

2 Jan

DTW9:28 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 55m

LGA11:23 p.m.New York LaGuardia

5 Jan

LGA5:30 a.m.New York LaGuardia

1h 59m

DTW7:29 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 120

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/1

2:06 p.m.-3:49 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 26/1

8:54 a.m.-10:56 a.m.

Nonstop2h 02m

C$ 116

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

10:27 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

Newark

Mon 5/1

10:00 p.m.-11:51 p.m.

Nonstop1h 51m

C$ 116

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

9:28 p.m.-11:23 p.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/1

5:30 a.m.-7:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

C$ 117

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/1

5:10 a.m.-6:56 a.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

Newark

Tue 6/1

6:59 a.m.-8:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 117

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

9:28 p.m.-11:23 p.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/1

5:30 a.m.-7:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 59m

C$ 120

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/1

6:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/1

5:45 a.m.-7:41 a.m.

Nonstop1h 56m

C$ 131

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/1

5:00 a.m.-6:47 a.m.

Nonstop1h 47m

Newark

Sun 18/1

10:19 p.m.-12:19 a.m.

Nonstop2h 00m

C$ 131

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

5:10 a.m.-6:56 a.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

Newark

Mon 5/1

6:59 a.m.-8:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 132

DetroitNew York

DTW - LGA

DTWLGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/1

2:36 p.m.-9:29 p.m.

1 stop6h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 26/1

8:54 a.m.-10:56 a.m.

Nonstop2h 02m

C$ 175

DetroitNew Windsor

DTW - SWF

DTWSWF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 29/12

7:22 p.m.-11:03 a.m.

1 stop15h 41m

New Windsor Stewart

Thu 1/1

11:43 a.m.-7:38 p.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 1,419

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of August is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around C$ 208.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Detroit. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was C$ 270. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Detroit to New York on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 586. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to New York in the evening for as low as C$ 241. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the afternoon when prices are around C$ 893.

What is the cheapest Detroit to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around C$ 313 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Detroit for as low as C$ 248 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to New York flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to New York flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to New York.

How have Detroit to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Detroit to New York flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to New York

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Best price found	C$ 56
Fastest flight time	1h 43m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from Detroit in the past 72 hours is C$ 56. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 159.

The fastest flight from Detroit to New York takes 1h 43m

Direct flights go from Detroit to New York every day.

There are 3 airports in New York. From Detroit there are direct flights to Newark (EWR), New York LaGuardia (LGA).

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How far is Detroit to New York by plane?
Detroit and New York are 773.6 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 1h 43m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to New York?
Prices for flights from Detroit to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to New York?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to New York as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to New York?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Detroit to New York is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 20.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 9.09%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 7.94%, and Airbus A321neo at 7.76%.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Detroit to New York is Spirit Airlines (83% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (11%), American Airlines (2%), and JetBlue (2%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 84	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,190 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom C$ 181	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,897 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Delta Flights From Detroit to New York
Delta flies from Detroit to New York around 58 times per week, with 8,005 momondo users rating the airline 7.9/10. The cheapest Delta deal from Detroit to New York in the last 72 hours was C$ 125 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of C$ 284 for Delta flights on this route.
United Airlines Flights From Detroit to New York
Another popular option for Detroit to New York flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 9,091 ratings). United Airlines flies from Detroit to New York around 11 times per week, with deals starting from C$ 149 round-trip and rising to an average price of around C$ 299.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of August is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around C$ 208.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

What is the cheapest Detroit to New York flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Detroit to New York flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to New York flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to New York.

How have Detroit to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Detroit to New York flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to New York?

Spirit Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to New York

Which airlines fly to New York?

How often are flights from Detroit to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Detroit and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, JetBlue has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Detroit to New York on average per day?

As of December 2025, 24 flights take off from Detroit and land in New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00p.m., with 43% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Detroit to New York on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 173 flights per week flying from Detroit to New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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