Lake Charles to Newark (CWF–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA3928
UA United
7:52 PM
CDT
11:44 PM
EDT
2h 52m
M T W T F S S
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UA3889
UA United
319
4:30 PM
EDT TA
7:12 PM
CDT
3h 42m
M T W T F S S
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UA3926
UA United
4:30 PM
EDT
7:12 PM
CDT
3h 42m
M T W T F S S
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Lake Charles to Newark
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 1,286 mi 2h 52m nonstop +1h ahead 2 1-stop hubs

CWF–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,286 miles in approximately 2h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CWF–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 2h52 Star Alliance
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CWF to EWR direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CWF to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~6h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CWF → EWR
99%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
99%
Return
EWR → CWF
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
81%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →

Other ways to reach Newark from Lake Charles

Nearby airports with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Metric CWF→EWR AEX→EWR IAH→EWR
Distance from CWF 85 mi 132 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 4
Weekly flights 1 1 94
Flight time 2h 52m 2h 38m 3h 20m
Airports within 200 miles of CWF with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Lake Charles.
CWF: CDT · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Lake Charles, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
1,286 mi / 2,069 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 52m.
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.

CWF–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lake Charles to Newark route.
Route details
Distance1,286 mi / 2,069 km
Flight time2h 52m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out / 2 return
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: CWF
IATA / ICAOCWF / KCWF
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CWF to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Chennault International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 2h 52m. The route covers 1,286 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from CWF to EWR. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ATL and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Lake Charles.
Yes, return flights from EWR to CWF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include AEX, IAH and HOU. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 CWF to EWR

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

CWF to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CWF to EWR ranges from 2 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,286 miles (2,069 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ATL. Nearby alternative airports include Alexandria (AEX), Houston (IAH) and Houston (HOU).