Cheap Flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Detroit.R 1,229 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,229, select.

Detroit.R 1,249 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,249, select.

Detroit.R 1,249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,249, select.

Detroit.R 1,507 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,507, select.

Detroit.R 1,791 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,791, select.

Detroit.R 1,887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,887, select.

Detroit.R 2,063 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,063, select.

Detroit.R 2,066 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,066, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County

New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

New York to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,229
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airline	Aeromexico
Average flights per week	188

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County is R 2,497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County?

2 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County?

Aeromexico, Delta and LATAM Airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County?

As of September 2025, there are 188 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Detroit Wayne County is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, 25 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 14 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Detroit Wayne County?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Detroit?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Detroit Wayne County with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and jetBlue offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York.
You can choose from 40 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your JFK to DTW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
JetBlue Airways has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to DTW flights. An exceptional 84.51% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and DTW:
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport
- Pearson International Airport
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight is R 1,229. A return ticket right now is R 2,497. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from JFK to DTW by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from JFK to DTW is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near JFK:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

If you're landing on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near DTW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Detroit and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to the centre of Detroit has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Detroit. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JFK to DTW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

You've seen Detroit, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Columbus is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south of Detroit. No trip is complete without dropping by Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.