Newark to Lincoln (EWR–LNK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Newark to Lincoln
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,179 mi 2h 53m nonstop -1h behind 37 1-stop hubs

EWR–LNK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. GXA leads the route. The flight covers 1,179 miles in approximately 2h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EWR–LNK service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
GXA GXA 0 – – 86% – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: GXA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to LNK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
37
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
383
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Lincoln from Newark

Nearby airports with service to Lincoln Airport.
Metric EWR→LNK TEB→LNK PHL→LNK
Distance from EWR – 13 mi 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 0 – 1
Flight time 2h 53m 3h 32m 2h 43m
Departure OTP 86% – –
Teterboro (TEB) to Lincoln flights · Philadelphia (PHL) to Lincoln flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Lincoln Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Lincoln.
Distance & Flight Time
1,179 mi / 1,897 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 53m.
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.

Facts

EWR–LNK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Lincoln route.
Route details
Distance1,179 mi / 1,897 km
Flight time2h 53m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections37 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to LNK flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Lincoln Airport take approximately 2h 53m. The route covers 1,179 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: GXA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TUL, MDW, OMA, PHL, CLE, STL, SDF, IND, DAL, MSP, CHS, MKE, TYS, ATL, PIT, OKC, AUS, APF, BNA, PBI, SAT, HOU, MIA, SLC, FLL, PHX, TUS, PSP, SJC, SAN, LAX, SNA, IAH, ORD, MCO, DEN and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lincoln is 1 hour behind Newark.
Yes, return flights from LNK to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TEB and PHL. 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 LNK

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Lincoln Airport (LNK) are connected by nonstop service from GXA.

EWR to LNK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to LNK ranges from 2 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,179 miles (1,897 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB) and Philadelphia (PHL).