Los Angeles to Newark (LAX–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–EWR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,449 miles in approximately 4h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 117 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 83 | 752, 777, 781, 789, 78X | 4h54-6h10 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 14 | 73H, 73J | 5h22-5h29 | Oneworld | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 13 | 320, 32Q | 5h08-5h22 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 2 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→EWR | BUR→EWR | SNA→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 110 | 1 | 44 |
| Flight time | 4h 54m | 4h 45m | 5h 1m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 PM in Newark.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
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.
LAX–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to EWR
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 110 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to EWR ranges from 4 hours 54 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,449 miles (3,941 km). There are approximately 110 weekly flights outbound and 86 return, totaling 196 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
117 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CGF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Santa Ana (SNA) and Ontario (ONT).