Newark to Atlanta (EWR–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Newark to Atlanta
7 carriers, 287 flights/week nonstop.
7 Airlines
287 Flights/wk
745 mi
1h 48m nonstop
158 1-stop hubs
EWR–ATL is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 745 miles in approximately 1h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 158 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop EWR–ATL service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 73 | 319, 737, 73G, 7M8, 7M9, B38M, E75L, E7W | 2h17-2h49 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 65 | 319, 738, 739 | 1h48-2h57 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 56 | 738, 739 | 2h22-2h47 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 49 | 319, 737, 739, 7M8, B39M | 2h29-2h37 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AF Air France | 16 | 738, 739 | 2h23-2h41 | SkyTeam | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 14 | A21N | 2h41-2h51 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 14 | 32Q | 2h21-2h35 | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EWR to ATL direction.
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40
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41
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40
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Morning departures
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48
Nonstop flights
287
Outbound / wk
247
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to ATL.
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One-Stop Connections
158
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Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
EWR → ATL
38%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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38%
Arriving
100%
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59%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
59%
Arriving
73%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
EWR delays → ATL delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Newark
Nearby airports with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
| Metric | EWR→ATL | TEB→ATL | LGA→ATL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 3 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 287 | 1 | 292 |
| Flight time | 1h 48m | 2h 10m | 2h 7m |
| Departure OTP | 38% | – | – |
Teterboro (TEB) to Atlanta flights · New York (LGA) to Atlanta flights · New York (JFK) to Atlanta flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Atlanta is 0 hours
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Newark.
EWR: EDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
EWR: EDT · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
745 mi / 1,199 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 48m to 2h 57m.
Getting to EWR
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
Getting from ATL
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Atlanta Climate
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
Facts
EWR–ATL Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Newark to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance745 mi / 1,199 km
Flight time1h 48m to 2h 57m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)7
Weekly flights287 out / 247 return
1-stop connections158 hubs
Origin: 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 EWR to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 1h 48m to 2h 57m. The route covers 745 miles.
7 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada, Air France, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 287 nonstop flights per week from EWR to ATL. The return direction has about 247 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHO, OWB, BWI, PNS, SSI, UST, TUL, OPF, LIT, AEX, CWF, OMA, HOU, DAL, OKC, BDA, ASE, GJT, GCM, PLS, SKB, PVD, STT, BZE, JAC, ONT, EGE, POP, ANU, BZN, NAS, HDN, BGI, PSP, CUN, BON, GDL, PUJ, LIR, UVF, LGA, AUA, IAD, SJD, PVR, KEF, SAT, YUL, ANC, GSP, MIA, PWM, BUF, CVG, GSO, CLT, LBG, BDL, ORF, GRR, ILM, CLE, MSN, CHA, MCO, SRQ, ROC, DTW, RDU, MSY, SDQ, YYZ, DCA, ORD, RIC, PIT, CHS, SDF, MSP, BNA, FLL, STL, SAV, BRU, MAD, JAX, YYC, IND, CRW, CMH, BOS, MEM, AVL, SYR, DFW, AGS, BCN, SMF, TPA, PBI, SAL, JFK, VPS, MYR, DUB, PDX, DEN, RSW, SJO, IAH, MKE, MDW, MCI, SAN, MXP, AUS, YVR, CDG, SFO, TYS, LAS, HNL, BTV, PHX, FCO, MUC, SLC, CAE, SJU, CPH, SEA, EYW, SNA, SAP, LIM, HHH, FRA, BOG, MEX, LAX, PTY, LHR, GUA, AMS, MBJ, GRU, SXM, ZRH, HND, GIG, MTJ, CUR, ATH, CPT, JNB, RAK, ICN and IST. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from ATL to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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.
EWR–ATL carries both significant O&D demand (New York/New Jersey travellers heading to Atlanta and the Southeast) and connecting utility, since EWR is United's hub and ATL is Delta's hub. Some itineraries route through EWR from Europe or the Northeast to connect into Delta's ATL network for Southeast US destinations.
Newark is one of the FAA's chronically congested airports, particularly in the afternoon and evening departure banks. The New York TRACON manages EWR, JFK, and LGA simultaneously, and volume from all three airports creates metered departure sequences. EWR–ATL departures after 2pm have meaningfully higher delay frequency than morning departures. FAA Ground Delay Programs at EWR are a routine occurrence on busy traffic days.
Delta's Atlanta hub uses Concourses A, B, C, D, and F (international). EWR–ATL arrivals on Delta domestic flights typically land in Concourse B or C. The Plane Train connects all concourses underground; the Main Domestic Terminal is at the north end, accessible from any concourse by train.
Newark to Atlanta
The EWR–ATL sector connects United's primary Northeast hub with Delta's global hub at Hartsfield-Jackson, 1,200km to the south. Seven carriers maintain over 305 weekly departures on the roughly 2.5-hour sector. Delta and United are the primary competitors, given their hub operations at each respective airport. The route carries business travelers, leisure passengers, and a segment of passengers feeding into ATL's extensive international network from the New York metro.
Connection Utility at Atlanta
ATL processes 280,000 passengers daily and is the world's busiest airport by several metrics. EWR-originating passengers connecting at ATL to Caribbean, Latin American, or European destinations are common. Delta's banking schedule at ATL creates well-aligned connection windows roughly every 90 minutes throughout the day. EWR–ATL morning arrivals fit naturally into the late-morning transatlantic departure complex.