Washington to Newark (DCA–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DCA–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and GoJet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 198 miles in approximately 1h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 71 | CR5, CR7 | 1h13-16h47 | Star Alliance | – | |
| G7 GoJet Airlines | 2 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Washington
| Metric | DCA→EWR | IAD→EWR | BWI→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 15 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 71 | 85 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 22m | 1h 9m | 1h 7m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
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.
DCA–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to EWR
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and GoJet Airlines. With 71 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DCA to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to EWR is about 1 hours 22 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 198 miles (319 km). There are approximately 71 weekly flights outbound and 97 return, totaling 168 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via LaGuardia, Pittsburgh and Cleveland Hopkins. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD), Baltimore (BWI) and Charlottesville (CHO).