Detroit to Newark (DTW–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–EWR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 487 miles in approximately 1h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 108 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 56 | CR5, E75L, E7W | 1h45-1h54 | Star Alliance | AC | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM, KE, KL, LY, SK, VS, WS | 34 | 320, 712, 717 | 1h38-1h41 | SkyTeam | AM, KE, KL, LY, SK, VS, WS | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 9 | 320, 321 | 1h36-1h43 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→EWR | CLE→EWR | GRR→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 207 | 121 | 28 |
| Flight time | 1h 36m | 1h 28m | 1h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
DTW–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to EWR
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 207 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to EWR ranges from 1 hours 36 minutes to 1 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 487 miles (783 km). There are approximately 207 weekly flights outbound and 217 return, totaling 424 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
108 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE) and Grand Rapids (GRR).