Question 1

How long is the flight from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Detroit to New York typically takes around 1 hour 51 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 5 hours 56 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Detroit to New York, averaging around 4 to 5 flights per day, operated by, among others, Delta and JetBlue Airways. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Detroit to New York are operated by, among others, Delta and JetBlue Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with American Airlines (via Chicago O'Hare, Washington DC), JetBlue Airways (via Fort Lauderdale) and Frontier Airlines (via Atlanta). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Detroit to New York operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Detroit to New York, there are on average around 4 to 5 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

From Detroit to New York, there are around 29 to 30 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Detroit to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Detroit to New York usually departs at 6:00 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in New York.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Detroit to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Detroit to New York usually departs at 9:20 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 direct DL5216 01h 58min	Return 09/09/26 direct DL5080 02h 08min	Delta Air Lines	?	$162
Detroit New York Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 10/01/26 direct B61419 01h 48min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F94731, F91264 11h 42min	JetBlue Airways		$315
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 direct B61419 01h 47min	Return 09/09/26 direct B60820 02h 10min	JetBlue Airways		$172
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 direct B61419 01h 47min	Return 09/09/26 direct B60820 02h 10min	JetBlue Airways		$174
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91263, F94732 05h 54min	Return 09/09/26 direct B60820 02h 10min	Frontier Airlines	?	$199
-53% Detroit New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (RDU) DL1407, DL5219 06h 12min	Return 08/25/26 direct DL2443 02h 15min	Delta Air Lines	?	$208
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91263, F94732 05h 54min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (ORD) AA3221, AA3977 05h 27min	Frontier Airlines	?	$212
-51% Detroit New York	Outbound 08/20/26 direct B61419 01h 44min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60820 02h 15min	JetBlue Airways	?	$217
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91263, F94732 05h 54min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F94731, F91264 11h 42min	Frontier Airlines		$223
Detroit New York	Outbound 09/01/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91263, F94732 05h 54min	Return 09/09/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F94731, F91264 11h 42min	Frontier Airlines		$227

Roundtrip from	$161.80
Flight duration	min. 01:55 / max. 02:05
Return flight duration	min. 02:15/ max. 02:25
Distance	818 km
Flights per week	30
Departure airport	Airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, MI (DTW)
Arrival airport	Airport New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY (JFK)
Destination country	Flights to United States
City-Code - Arrival airport	Detroit Metropolitan Area - New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY
Departure airport - Destination country	Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, MI - United States
Departure airport - City-Code	Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, MI - New York

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