Newark to Richmond (EWR–RIC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–RIC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, GoJet Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 277 miles in approximately 0h 47m. Beyond nonstop, 77 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 49 | CR5, CR7, E7W | 1h29-1h45 | Star Alliance | AC | |
| G7 GoJet Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Richmond from Newark
| Metric | EWR→RIC | TEB→RIC | LGA→RIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 64 | 1 | 133 |
| Flight time | 0h 47m | 0h 53m | 1h 28m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · RIC: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 6:00 PM in Richmond.
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.
EWR–RIC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to RIC
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Richmond International Airport (RIC) are connected by nonstop service from GoJet Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to RIC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to RIC ranges from 0 hours 47 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 277 miles (446 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 71 return, totaling 135 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
77 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via FDK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).