Detroit to New York (DTW–LGA) — 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–LGA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 1h 48m. 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, VS, WS | 48 | 223, 321 | 1h41-1h52 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KE, VS, WS | |
| AA American Airlines | 27 | E70, E75, E75S | 1h51-1h53 | Oneworld | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→LGA | CLE→LGA | GRR→LGA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 138 | 113 | 38 |
| Flight time | 1h 48m | 1h 26m | 1h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 98% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · LGA: 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.
Taxis from LGA to Midtown Manhattan cost $30–45 (flat rates do not apply from LGA; metered). Ride-shares pickup is on the lower level; fares to Midtown typically $35–55. Allow 30–60 minutes off-peak, 60–90 minutes during rush hour.The M60 Select Bus ($2.90) connects to the subway at multiple points and takes 45–70 minutes to Manhattan. Q70 Select Bus connects to the 7/E/F/M/R trains at Jackson Heights for additional subway access. Note that LGA has no direct subway or rail link as of 2026.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. LGA is one of the most disruption-prone major US airports. A combination of weather (nor'easters, summer thunderstorms, winter ice) and congested airspace drives delays year-round. Summer (June–August) afternoon thunderstorms cause frequent ground delays and can back up the eastern seaboard for hours.
Winter (December–February) brings snow and freezing rain events, with −5–4°C averages. Nor'easters typically cause 1–2 significant cancellation events per season. Spring and autumn are the most operationally stable periods. Connections through LGA require buffer time to absorb accumulated delays.
DTW–LGA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to LGA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 138 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to LGA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to LGA is about 1 hours 48 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (805 km). There are approximately 138 weekly flights outbound and 142 return, totaling 280 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pittsburgh, Buffalo Niagara and Syracuse Hancock. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE) and Grand Rapids (GRR).