$53 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (DTW-EWR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $103 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 16
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$103 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Detroit to New York, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $103 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 18
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$106 Roundtrip, just found
$106
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 17 from Detroit to New York, returning Wed, Jun 18, priced at $106 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Thu, May 15
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$122 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Detroit to New York, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $122 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Tue, May 13
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$124 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Detroit to New York, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $124 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 17
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$128 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Detroit to New York, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $128 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Sat, May 10
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$133 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Detroit to New York, returning Sat, May 10, priced at $133 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 14
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$133 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 29 from Detroit to New York, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $133 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jul 2
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 28 from Detroit to New York, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $137 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Thu, Jun 5
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$149 Roundtrip, just found
$149
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Detroit to New York, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $149 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 11
DTW
Detroit
EWR
New York
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Detroit to New York, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $159 just found
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$102
Distance
486 mi

Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) cost?
Book cheap return flights starting at $104 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving DTW on May 17 2025 and touching down at EWR. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to EWR?
The cheapest flights from DTW to EWR are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Take a nonstop flight with United Airlines and go straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to EWR?
Take off from DTW to EWR with Spirit Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting at $53. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on June 24 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Every day, an average of 7 direct flights operate from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Choose the departure date that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The 10 AM departures from DTW to EWR are the most sought after. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you’re hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to EWR?
If you jet off on a Wednesday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The earliest flight leaving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is at around 6:00AM UTC-5. Board this plane and you’ll land at Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) at approximately 7:50AM UTC-5. The total time in the air is 1h 50m.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Flights from DTW to EWR have an average travel time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to EWR?
Consider traveling with Spirit Airlines if you’d like to go straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Opt for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Newark from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
You can land at any one of these Newark airports after your direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW):

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from DTW to EWR often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute deals, there’s no guarantee. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to EWR flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by securing a DTW to EWR flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
If you reserved your DTW to EWR flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you’d like more information.

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