Newark to Los Angeles (EWR–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–LAX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,449 miles in approximately 5h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 181 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CA, NH, OS, OZ, SN, VA | 79 | 752, 772, 789 | 5h34-6h23 | Star Alliance | CA, NH, OS, OZ, SN, VA | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 14 | 320 | 5h53-6h10 | – | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: HA | 7 | 7M9 | 6h16 | Oneworld | HA | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Newark
| Metric | EWR→LAX | TEB→LAX | JFK→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 13 | 29 |
| Weekly flights | 223 | 3 | 772 |
| Flight time | 5h 14m | 4h 56m | 4h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
EWR–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to LAX
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 223 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to LAX ranges from 5 hours 14 minutes to 6 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,449 miles (3,941 km). There are approximately 223 weekly flights outbound and 254 return, totaling 477 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
181 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SUA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and White Plains (HPN).