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

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Newark to Lake Charles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,286 mi 3h 42m nonstop -1h behind 9 1-stop hubs

EWR–CWF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,286 miles in approximately 3h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EWR–CWF service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 0 82% Star Alliance
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to CWF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~28h
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.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Lake Charles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,286 mi / 2,069 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 42m.
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.

EWR–CWF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Lake Charles route.
Route details
Distance1,286 mi / 2,069 km
Flight time3h 42m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: CWF
IATA / ICAOCWF / KCWF
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation17 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to CWF flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chennault International Airport take approximately 3h 42m. The route covers 1,286 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HOU, IAD, ATL, TPA, IAH, OKC, LAS, MIA and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lake Charles is 1 hour behind Newark.
Yes, return flights from CWF 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.

Flights from EWR to CWF

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Chennault International Airport (CWF) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines.

EWR to CWF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to CWF ranges from 3 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,286 miles (2,069 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HOU.