Newark to New York (EWR–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EWR–JFK had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and JetBlue, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 21 miles in 1h 7m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Newark
| Metric | EWR→JFK | TEB→JFK | LGA→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 6 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 3 | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 7m | 0h 29m | 0h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
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.
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.
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.
EWR–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to JFK
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and JetBlue, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
EWR to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to JFK is about 1 hours 7 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 21 miles (33 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Ronald Reagan Washington National and Buffalo Niagara. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and White Plains (HPN).