Detroit to New York (DET–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DET–JFK has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Detroit
| Metric | DET→JFK | DTW→JFK | CLE→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DET | – | 22 mi | 91 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 18 | 25 |
| Weekly flights | – | 185 | 263 |
| Flight time | 1h 7m | 1h 49m | 1h 36m |
Travel Essentials
DET: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
DET–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DET to JFK
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
DET to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DET to JFK is about 1 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 493 miles (793 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Detroit (DTW) and Cleveland (CLE).