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$39+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — DTW
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in May or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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$78
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One-way from

$39
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$205

Good round-trip deal

$136 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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Thu 9/410:00 pmEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/87:10 pmDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$78

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Thu 9/4

10:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

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Mon 9/8

7:10 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$78

NewarkDetroit

EWR - DTW

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Newark

Mon 8/25

10:00 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$39

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Newark

Sat 8/30

4:59 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$84

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EWR - DTW

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Newark

Mon 9/1

5:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 59m

$94

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The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
EWR

Plan for long security waits at EWR. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can vary significantly between terminals.

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DTW

For a quick ride to downtown, use the Detroit Air Xpress. It offers luxury buses with Wi-Fi and takes about 30-45 minutes.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Detroit. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EWR to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Detroit. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Newark?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Newark to Detroit. 4 airlines have flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Newark on a regular basis. Booking flights from Newark to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 28 inbound flights from Newark per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($78), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Spirit Airlines is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Spirit Airlines ($39), Delta ($84), and American Airlines ($94).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Aeromexico (90%), United Airlines (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $794, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $46. The most popular route (Newark - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $69.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newark to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Newark Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Newark to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$135Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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