Detroit (DTW) to New York (LGA) flights
Nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to LaGuardia: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
805km
500 mi, great circle
Flying time
1h 44m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
12
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying DTW to LGA
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Detroit to New York?
About 1h 44m gate to gate for the 805 km (500 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DTW to LGA?
American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, with about 12 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).