Fairbanks to Newark (FAI–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fairbanks to Newark
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
3,255 mi 5h 45m nonstop +4h ahead 11 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FAI and EWR, connecting options are available through 11 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FAI to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
448
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Newark is 4 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
FAI: AKDT · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fairbanks, it's 10:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
3,255 mi / 5,238 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 45m to 6h 6m.
Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

FAI–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fairbanks to Newark route.
Route details
Distance3,255 mi / 5,238 km
Flight time5h 45m to 6h 6m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 m
Destination: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FAI to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 5h 45m to 6h 6m. The route covers 3,255 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SLC, PDX, LAS, SFO, JFK, ORD, DEN, SEA, CPH, ANC and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 4 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
Yes, return flights from EWR to FAI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 FAI to EWR

Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FAI to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FAI to EWR ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,255 miles (5,238 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via SLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.