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$43+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Newark (EWR)

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — EWR
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/246:00 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$96
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/2610:19 pmEWR - DTW
Nonstop2h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$106
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:27 pmDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/510:00 pmEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$109
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/510:00 pmEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:27 pmDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/296:59 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$117
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/276:59 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$124
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:27 pmDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/306:59 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$128
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:59 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$129
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:10 amDTW - EWR
Nonstop1h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/266:59 amEWR - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$134

Find flight deals from Detroit to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Newark (EWR). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$43
(eDestinos)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$206

Good round-trip deal

$136 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Newark that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Newark

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/5

5:10 am-6:56 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Newark

Wed 1/7

6:59 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$96

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

11:00 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Newark

Wed 4/22

8:02 am-9:34 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$110

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

5:00 am-6:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Newark

Tue 1/13

2:05 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$110

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

11:32 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Newark

Tue 1/20

3:41 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Newark

Sun 2/8

8:34 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

2:33 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Newark

Mon 1/19

8:34 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Newark

Sat 1/24

3:41 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Newark

Fri 1/23

3:41 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$127

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Newark

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-8:14 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$137

DetroitNewark

DTW - EWR

DTWEWR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

5:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Newark

Sat 4/4

6:55 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$138

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Newark in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Newark Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Newark Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Newark Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Newark

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Newark. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport (average of $49). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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 DTW to EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Newark. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

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

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

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

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

Read more about Spirit AirlinesBy Daniel Scheffler
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, enhancing comfort on short flights.


United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; consider upgrading for more baggage flexibility.

Read more about United AirlinesBy Harriet Baskas
Airports
DTW

For a quick security check, DTW's McNamara Terminal usually has wait times under 10 minutes, even without expedited programs.

Read more about DTWBy Brandon Schultz
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit. It connects to New York Penn Station in about 45 minutes.

Read more about EWRBy Brandon Schultz
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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR and DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark 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
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,107 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,194 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Newark. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Newark from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 18 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Newark per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport?

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport will take you 1h 46m. There are 486 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Newark Airport. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($49), Delta ($88), and United Airlines ($113) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport. Spirit Airlines is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $30. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (78%), Air Canada (78%) or Scandinavian Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport is generally $653, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $48. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Newark), you can expect to pay $67 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Newark 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport (average of $49). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Newark Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $99). 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Newark

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Newark. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$53Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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