Newark to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (EWR–PWK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Newark to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 718 mi 2h 5m nonstop -1h behind 36 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between EWR and PWK, connecting options are available through 36 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to PWK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
MKE ~4h 7m CLE ~4h 16m CMH ~4h 25m IAD ~4h 28m IND ~4h 32m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
419
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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 → PWK
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Return
PWK → EWR
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling from Newark

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Executive Airport.
Metric EWR→PWK PHL→PWK
Distance from EWR – 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 1
Flight time 2h 5m 1h 27m
Departure OTP 53% –
Philadelphia (PHL) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Chicago Executive Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling is 1 hour behind Newark.
EWR: EDT · PWK: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
Distance & Flight Time
718 mi / 1,155 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 5m.
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–PWK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling route.
Route details
Distance718 mi / 1,155 km
Flight time2h 5m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: PWK
Full nameChicago Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to PWK flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago Executive Airport take approximately 2h 5m. The route covers 718 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from EWR to PWK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, CLE, CMH, IAD, IND, GRR, ORF, PVD, BOS, TYS, RDU, MSP, CHS, DAL, STL, ATL, OKC, BNA, AUS, MSY, MCO, PBI, RSW, SRQ, FLL, NAS, SAT, MIA, SLC, PHX, BZN, LAS, BFI, SNA, SFO and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling is 1 hour behind Newark.
Nearby alternatives include 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 PWK

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

EWR to PWK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to PWK ranges from 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 718 miles (1,155 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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