Albany to Newark (ALB–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Albany to Newark
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 144 mi 0h 33m nonstop 54 1-stop hubs

ALB–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 144 miles in approximately 0h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ALB–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 0 – – 100% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ALB to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
54
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,732
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Newark from Albany

Nearby airports with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Metric ALB→EWR SWF→EWR HPN→EWR
Distance from ALB – 87 mi 116 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 1 – –
Flight time 0h 33m 23h 56m –
Departure OTP 100% – –
Newburgh (SWF) to Newark flights · White Plains (HPN) to Newark flights · Syracuse (SYR) to Newark flights
Airports within 200 miles of ALB with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Newark is 0 hours the same as Albany.
ALB: EDT · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Albany, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
144 mi / 231 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 33m.
Getting from EWR

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.

Newark Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ALB–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Albany to Newark route.
Route details
Distance144 mi / 231 km
Flight time0h 33m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections54 hubs
Origin: ALB
Full nameAlbany International Airport
IATA / ICAOALB / KALB
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr3.0M
Elevation285 ft / 87 m
Destination: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ALB to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Albany International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 0h 33m. The route covers 144 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ALB to EWR.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BED, LGA, ACY, SYR, FRG, PHL, PVD, BOS, BTV, YUL, PIT, BUF, ROC, CLE, GSO, SSI, SDF, CID, PBI, OMA, NAS, APF, HOU, BCT, DAL, MIA, CUN, SXM, IAH, PHX, JFK, SBA, SJC, LAS, DTW, IAD, DFW, BWI, CHS, ORD, DCA, ATL, CLT, SRQ, MCO, RDU, MDW, TPA, BNA, FLL, MYR, DEN, RSW and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include SWF, HPN and SYR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ALB to EWR

Albany International Airport (ALB) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ALB to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ALB to EWR ranges from 0 hours 33 minutes. The route covers a distance of 144 miles (231 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via BED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newburgh (SWF), White Plains (HPN) and Syracuse (SYR).