Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Detroit (DTT)

When arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), via New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA), guests might initially head downtown and explore one of the Motor City's many museums. Detroit is home to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Detroit Science Center. Enjoy a dinner cruise aboard an authentic riverboat, or tour the Motor City Brewery.

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Obtaining a rental car is advisable, and can be easily found at DTW, leave the airport via Interstate 94 or Interstate 275. Find accommodations in the downtown, Midtown or New Center neighborhoods, and take the time to see the many historic buildings located there.

Drive to Belle Isle Park via the MacArthur Bridge for a better view of the Detroit skyline. Points of interest here include the Belle Isle Conservatory, a half-mile stretch of beach, a nature center and gardens. Golfing enthusiasts will also find a luscious green on the island. Adventurers have the option of renting a kayak and taking to the river.

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Flying from New York to Detroit, the birthplace of Motown, takes approximately one and a half hours. Berry Gordy established Motown Records here in 1959, and the Motown Museum was opened in 1985. You can even see the actual control room and studio where many famous artists recorded their hits; studio A provides guests the chance to sing a favorite tune.