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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 276
Typical prices: C$ 170-C$ 415
Frontier
Sun 7/10Sun 14/10
DTW - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 356
Typical prices: C$ 168-C$ 414
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Sat 13/10
DTW - LGA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 49m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 322 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to New York (DTW-LGA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to New York

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Frontier Logo
7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
4:59 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 276Frontier
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Southwest Logo
6:45 a.m. - 5:50 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 283Southwest
Tue, 27 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Southwest Logo
11:05 a.m. - 6:55 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 50m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
12:00 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
C$ 283Southwest
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Southwest Logo
11:05 a.m. - 6:55 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 50m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
8:15 a.m. - 7:25 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
C$ 283Southwest
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
American Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 9:59 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
3h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
11:50 a.m. - 1:58 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 08mdirect
C$ 313American Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
American Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:53 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 53mdirect
American Airlines Logo
6:45 a.m. - 8:46 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 01mdirect
C$ 356American Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Delta Logo
9:35 p.m. - 11:27 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 52mdirect
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:09 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 09mdirect
C$ 356Delta
Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Delta Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:49 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 49mdirect
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:54 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mdirect
C$ 356Delta
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Delta Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:49 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 49mdirect
Delta Logo
7:30 a.m. - 9:25 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 55mdirect
C$ 356Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
American Airlines Logo
2:13 p.m. - 4:06 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 53mdirect
American Airlines Logo
11:40 a.m. - 1:41 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 01mdirect
C$ 358American Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport start at C$ 276. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 170 to C$ 415. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 276 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport at C$ 203 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 501) and July (C$ 449) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to New York

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 137
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 63% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 273 round-trip, compared to C$ 322 via a layover through Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Spirit Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 241 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 322 – a C$ 80 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 12 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York LaGuardia Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York LaGuardia Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:52 pm and lands at 11:41 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 34% above the route average of C$ 275. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 1h 49m, covering 1,295 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 276 to C$ 1,413. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 174, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 87% on time
    • Delta: 84% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 5h 05m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 16m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What car rental options are available at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport range from C$ 170 to C$ 415, with an average of C$ 275 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 170 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 241 – about C$ 80 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 203 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 298 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 88% of United Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 83%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours12 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to New York LaGuardia Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

New York LaGuardia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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