Detroit to New York (DET–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 493 mi 1h 7m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DET and JFK, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DET to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
BWI ~3h 40m YYZ ~4h 8m CMH ~4h 21m MSP ~5h 49m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DET → JFK
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
Return
JFK → DET
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Detroit

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric DET→JFK DTW→JFK CLE→JFK
Distance from DET – 22 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 8
Weekly flights 1 92 84
Flight time 1h 7m 1h 42m 1h 41m
Detroit (DTW) to New York flights · Cleveland (CLE) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of DET with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
New York is 0 hours the same as Detroit.
DET: EDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
493 mi / 793 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 7m.
Getting from JFK

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.

New York Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DET–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to New York route.
Route details
Distance493 mi / 793 km
Flight time1h 7m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: DET
Full nameColeman A. Young Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAODET / KDET
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation626 ft / 191 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DET to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport take approximately 1h 7m. The route covers 493 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DET to JFK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BWI, YYZ, CMH and MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include DTW and CLE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

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 ranges from 1 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 493 miles (793 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BWI. Nearby alternative airports include Detroit (DTW) and Cleveland (CLE).