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$50+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — DTW
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$88
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$50
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$206

Good round-trip deal

$186 or less

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:30 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/108:18 pmDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$88
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:30 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/107:20 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$149
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/176:00 amLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Mon 5/199:50 pmDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/24$152
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/32:58 pmLGA - DTW
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/107:45 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:30 amLGA - DTW
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Sat 5/173:52 pmDTW - LGA
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/199:20 pmLGA - DTW
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/226:42 amDTW - LGA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/153:55 pmLGA - DTW
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Sun 8/179:20 amDTW - LGA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$212

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

LaGuardia

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:30 am-8:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

8:18 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$88

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:30 am-8:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

7:20 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$149

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-7:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/19

9:50 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$152

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$157

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/15

6:30 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

3:52 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$160

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/19

9:20 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

6:42 am-8:29 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$192

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 6/19

5:00 pm-1:05 am

2 stops8h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

4:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$232

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/17

6:30 am-8:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$50

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/11

3:30 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$79

New YorkDetroit

LGA - DTW

LGADTW

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/15

6:30 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$80

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from LaGuardia to Detroit in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York LaGuardia Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York LaGuardia Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York LaGuardia Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York LaGuardia Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York LaGuardia Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
LGA

LGA's security lines are efficient, rarely exceeding 15 minutes. Plan for slightly longer waits at Terminal A.

Read more about LGAby Brandon Schultz
DTW

Consider the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) for a quick, comfortable ride to downtown Detroit, featuring Wi-Fi and charging ports.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from LaGuardia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from LaGuardia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 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 LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 LGA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 April 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from LGA to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 April 25, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,943 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia?

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from New York LaGuardia. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 20 inbound flights from New York LaGuardia per day from 3 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $88 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $152 and $157 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $50. Southwest flights start at $79 while deals on Frontier start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: Aeromexico (95%), Korean Air (93%), Air France (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (New York LaGuardia - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $100 on average our data indicates $458 when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on LaGuardia to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from LaGuardia to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 3 airlines flying from LaGuardia to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$154Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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