New York to Detroit flights
Direct and connecting flights from La Guardia Airport (LGA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from New York to Detroit take?
Flight time from New York (LGA) to Detroit (DTW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from New York to Detroit?
Airline availability for LGA to DTW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from New York to Detroit?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LGA to DTW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- Republic Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 7 sightings | No recorded events |
| Republic Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LGA → DTW
LGA to DTW is a short-haul route of 805 km (500 mi). See the return DTW → LGA route.
Alternative airports near New York: New York (JRA) — 12 km, New York (JRB) — 14 km, New York (JFK) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near Detroit: Detroit (YIP) — 15 km, Ann Arbor (ARB) — 32 km, Windsor (YQG) — 33 km.