Dulles to Newark (IAD–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–EWR is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, avianca and Ethiopian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 212 miles in approximately 0h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 157 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 51 | 739, 764, 7M9, B39M, CR5, E7W | 0h49-23h35 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AV avianca | 14 | 319, 7M9 | 1h24-1h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 739 | 1h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| MTN MTN | 2 | – | 1h16-1h24 | – | – | |
| G7 GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→EWR | DCA→EWR | BWI→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 75 | 75 | 3 |
| Flight time | 0h 41m | 1h 20m | 0h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
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.
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.
IAD–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to EWR
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from avianca, Ethiopian Airlines, GoJet Airlines LLC d/b/a United Express, MTN and United Airlines. With 75 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to EWR ranges from 0 hours 41 minutes to 23 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 212 miles (341 km). There are approximately 75 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 138 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
157 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via BWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Harrisburg (MDT).