LaGuardia Airport
32.6 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | M60 Select Bus Service from Upper Manhattan (125th St area) to all terminals | $3 |
| Bus | Subway to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Av, then free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus | $3 |
Flights from DTW to LGA
2 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to LaGuardia Airport (New York).
- Distance
- 500 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- Same time
- Nonstop airlines
- 2
Fares from DTW to LGA
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | LGA LaGuardia Airport |
| American Airlines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | LGA LaGuardia Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into New York
Before you go
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
New York is the same time as Detroit. New York uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the New York guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from DTW to LGA?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DTW to LGA?
As of October 2026, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines fly this route nonstop.
How far is LGA from DTW?
About 500 miles (805 km) between the airports.
What is the time difference?
New York is the same time as Detroit.
What ID do I need to fly to New York?
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
How do I get from LaGuardia Airport into New York?
M60 Select Bus Service from Upper Manhattan (125th St area) to all terminals, $3.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.