Montego Bay to Newark (MBJ–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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2:55 PM
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Montego Bay to Newark
1 carrier, 13 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 13 Flights/wk 1,549 mi 3h 58m nonstop +1h ahead 35 1-stop hubs

MBJ–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,549 miles in approximately 3h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore MBJ Routes EWR Routes MBJ Live Flights EWR Live Flights EWR Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MBJ–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 13 7M9 3h58-4h01 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
7M9 Boeing 737 MAX 9 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (13 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MBJ to EWR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
13
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MBJ to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
APF ~5h 29m MSY ~7h 24m MKE ~7h 49m MIA ~19h 12m SDQ ~19h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,044
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MBJ → EWR
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
EWR → MBJ
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Montego Bay.
MBJ: EST · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Montego Bay, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
1,549 mi / 2,493 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 58m to 4h 1m.
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

MBJ–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montego Bay to Newark route.
Route details
Distance1,549 mi / 2,493 km
Flight time3h 58m to 4h 1m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights13 out / 8 return
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: MBJ
Full nameSangster International Airport
IATA / ICAOMBJ / MKJS
TimezoneAmerica/Jamaica
Passengers/yr5.3M
Elevation4 ft / 1 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 MBJ to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Sangster International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 3h 58m to 4h 1m. The route covers 1,549 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 13 nonstop flights per week from MBJ to EWR. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APF, MSY, MKE, MIA, SDQ, YUL, IAD, FLL, MCI, BWI, PHL, RDU, ATL, MCO, CLT, YYZ, YOW, MXP, ORD, YYC, BNA, BOS, LHR, MDW, MSP, CUN, YQB, FRA, IAH, DFW, DEN, ZRH, PTY, JFK and YHZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Montego Bay.
Yes, return flights from EWR to MBJ 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 MBJ to EWR

Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MBJ to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MBJ to EWR ranges from 3 hours 58 minutes to 4 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,549 miles (2,493 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via APF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.