Newark to New York (EWR–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Newark to New York
2 carriers, 1 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 21 mi 2h 10m nonstop 141 1-stop hubs

EWR–JFK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 21 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 141 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore EWR Routes JFK Routes EWR Live Flights JFK Live Flights EWR Delays JFK Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EWR–JFK service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 1 – 2h10 87% Oneworld –
B6 JetBlue 1 – – 87% – –
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (1 flights/wk, 50%)
Unaffiliated: B6 (1 flights/wk, 50%)
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 JFK direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
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Wed
0
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Thu
0
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Fri
0
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Sat
0
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Sun
0
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
1
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
141
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~55h
Longest
BED ~2h 35m LGA ~3h 34m BWI ~4h 1m YQB ~4h 22m GSO ~4h 48m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
6,225
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 → JFK
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
87%
Arriving
91%
Return
JFK → EWR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
93%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays → JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Newark

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric EWR→JFK TEB→JFK LGA→JFK
Distance from EWR – 13 mi 17 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 3 1
Weekly flights 1 2 1
Flight time 2h 10m 0h 30m 1h 15m
Departure OTP 87% – –
Teterboro (TEB) to New York flights · New York (LGA) to New York flights · Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
21 mi / 33 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 10m.
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 JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

EWR–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to New York route.
Route details
Distance21 mi / 33 km
Flight time2h 10m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections141 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport take approximately 2h 10m. The route covers 21 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and JetBlue.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from EWR to JFK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BED, LGA, BWI, YQB, GSO, YHZ, OPF, APF, BCT, YUL, NAS, PLS, POP, BZE, SAP, BGI, EGE, GCM, STT, POS, GDL, SKB, ANU, CUN, YVR, BQN, MDE, UVF, PSP, IAD, PUJ, SJD, LIR, AUA, BUF, ANC, CLT, BOS, DTW, MSY, ATL, PIT, EDI, ORF, CHS, PBI, SNN, YYZ, MIA, SAV, PWM, SYR, BRU, PVR, DCA, DUB, SRQ, BER, BTV, RDU, MCO, CMH, MAD, ROC, SDQ, AMS, CVG, IND, FLL, VIE, MBJ, ORD, BDL, MSP, RSW, MXP, SAT, STI, ZRH, DEN, JAX, MKE, CDG, RIC, WAW, TPA, PDX, SJU, GVA, CLE, PVD, BZN, MCI, BGR, CPH, FCO, BNA, KEF, LFW, SJO, MUC, FRA, AUS, SAN, IAH, LIS, HNL, SLC, DFW, SEA, LHR, PHX, BOG, YYC, LAS, SAL, LAX, BCN, SFO, MEX, VPS, PTY, BDA, ATH, AGS, SNA, GUA, SXM, LIM, CUR, GIG, HND, GRU, IST, TLV, ICN, DXB, DEL, BOM, CAI and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from JFK to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TEB, LGA and ABE. 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 EWR to JFK

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and JetBlue. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

EWR to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to JFK ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 21 miles (33 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

141 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 Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE).