Newark to Santa Ana (EWR–SNA) — 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–SNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,428 miles in approximately 5h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 28 | 7M8, B38M | 5h22-6h06 | Star Alliance | AC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Santa Ana from Newark
| Metric | EWR→SNA | TEB→SNA | LGA→SNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 14 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 2 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 49m | 4h 52m | 5h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 39% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · SNA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 3:00 PM in Santa Ana.
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–SNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to SNA
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John Wayne Orange County International Airport (SNA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to SNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to SNA is about 5 hours 49 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,428 miles (3,908 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 50 return, totaling 99 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Washington Dulles, Phoenix Sky Harbor and Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).