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$85+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — JFK
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 March 5, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(JetBlue Airways)

One-way from

$85
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$229

Good round-trip deal

$454 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2025.

This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:00 amDTW - JFK
Nonstop1h 41mJetBlue
Mon 5/129:30 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 3/4$97
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 8/119:20 pmDTW - JFK
Nonstop2h 04mDelta
Tue 8/1212:59 pmJFK - DTW
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/3$117
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Wed 4/26:09 pmDTW - JFK
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Wed 4/99:00 amJFK - DTW
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Deal found 3/4$148
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Thu 4/179:39 amDTW - JFK
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/206:25 amJFK - DTW
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/4$159

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

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DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

9:30 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$97

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/11

9:20 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

12:59 pm-3:02 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$117

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

6:09 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/9

9:00 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$148

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/17

9:39 am-1:53 pm

1 stop4h 14m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/20

6:25 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 13m

$159

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/24

4:12 pm-12:33 am

1 stop8h 21m

$85

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/19

9:20 pm-11:14 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$89

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

2:30 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$104

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/5

8:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$110

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

12:22 pm-10:33 am

3 stops46h 11m

$244

DetroitNew York

DTW - JFK

DTWJFK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/27

7:00 am-6:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

$327

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 7 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 DTW to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 66% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on March 2, 2025.

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

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Qatar Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,044 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,558 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,998 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to New York John F Kennedy Intl should be relatively easy as there are 21 daily outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from 4 different airlines.

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

    JetBlue, at $97, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Frontier. JetBlue is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Frontier ($85), Delta ($89), and JetBlue ($104).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Consider China Southern (100%), China Eastern (78%) or Scandinavian Airlines (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $68. On average you can expect to pay $1,180. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to John F Kennedy Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$48Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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