Terminal A
The newest terminal, opened in 2023, replacing the old Terminal A. Serves a number of domestic airlines.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark, New Jersey KEWR #14 US airport by passengers
In Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey, about 15 miles west of midtown Manhattan.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 4 min ago
- Weather now
- MVFR 59°F Observed 30 min ago
- Late departures
- 18.9%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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EWR at a glance
Newark Liberty is one of the three major New York area airports and the main airport for New Jersey. It is the closest of the three to many parts of New Jersey and has direct train service to Penn Station in Manhattan.
The airport has three terminals, A, B and C. Terminal A is the newest, opened in 2023. Terminal C is mostly United. AirTrain Newark connects the terminals, parking and the Newark Liberty International Airport Station on the Northeast Corridor.
Main airlines: United Airlines operates one of its largest hubs here. A number of other domestic and international airlines also serve the airport.
FAA delay status for EWR
The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at EWR right now.
Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 4 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at EWR
MVFR
59°F15°C
Marginal: lower cloud or reduced visibility. Some delays are possible.
- Wind
- 070° 9 mph
- Visibility
- 5 mi
- Clouds
- SCT 1,300 ft, BKN 2,400 ft, OVC 10,000 ft
- Ceiling
- 2,400 ft
- Conditions
- RA BR
- Pressure
- 30.21 inHg
METARSPECI KEWR 111714Z 07008KT 5SM RA BR SCT013 BKN024 OVC100 15/14 A3021 RMK AO2 P0004 T01500139 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 30 min ago.
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On-time performance at EWR
Based on 30,383 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
18.9%Departures late
19.8%Arrivals late
3.52%Cancelled
18.8 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 16,997 | 20.9% |
| Republic Airways | 7,190 | 12.4% |
| American Airlines | 1,831 | 21.0% |
| Delta Air Lines | 1,692 | 22.3% |
| JetBlue Airways | 1,304 | 19.8% |
| Alaska Airlines | 774 | 21.1% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Terminal B
Serves international flights and several domestic airlines.
Terminal C
United Airlines uses Terminal C for the majority of its flights.
Moving between terminals
AirTrain Newark is a free monorail that links all three terminals with the parking lots and the rail station. Inside security, terminals are not generally connected, so plan your connection time accordingly if you need to change terminals.
Getting to and from EWR
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Rail
AirTrain Newark and NJ Transit / Amtrak
AirTrain goes to Newark Liberty International Airport Station, where NJ Transit and Amtrak trains run to New York Penn Station and other destinations along the Northeast Corridor.
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Bus
Newark Airport Express and NJ Transit buses
Express buses run to Manhattan and regional NJ Transit buses serve nearby areas.
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Rideshare and taxi
Terminal curbs
Taxi and rideshare pick-up is in designated areas. Tolls and traffic on the approach to Manhattan can be significant.
Tips for EWR
- Newark has among the highest delay rates of any major US airport. Constrained airspace around New York and summer thunderstorms are common causes.
- Early morning flights tend to be more reliable than late-evening ones, when earlier delays have accumulated.
- Check the FAA status on the day of travel: ground stops and delay programs at EWR are common.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Newark airport to Manhattan?
Take AirTrain Newark to the rail station, then NJ Transit or Amtrak to New York Penn Station. Buses and taxis are other options.
Which terminal is United?
Mostly Terminal C.
Is EWR in New York?
No. It is in New Jersey but serves the New York metropolitan area.
How busy is EWR?
About 23,464,492 passengers boarded flights at Newark Liberty International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 14 among US airports.
How often are flights late at EWR?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 18.9% of departures at EWR left 15 or more minutes late, and 3.52% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 8, 2026. Report a correction