Detroit to New York (DTW–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
DTW–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 508 miles in approximately 1h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, LY, SK, UX, VS, WS | 29 | 319, CR9 | 1h44-2h11 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, KL, LA, LY, SK, UX, VS, WS | |
| B6 JetBlue Also: EY, JU, LO, QR | 7 | BCS3 | 1h47 | – | EY, JU, LO, QR | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→JFK | FNT→JFK | CLE→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 56 mi | 95 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 27 |
| Weekly flights | 194 | 1 | 275 |
| Flight time | 1h 58m | 1h 8m | 1h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
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.
DTW–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to JFK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines. With 194 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to JFK is about 1 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 508 miles (817 km). There are approximately 194 weekly flights outbound and 130 return, totaling 324 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Buffalo Niagara, Pittsburgh and Cleveland Hopkins. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Flint (FNT), Cleveland (CLE) and Grand Rapids (GRR).