Omaha to Newark (OMA–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Omaha to Newark
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 1,131 mi 2h 33m nonstop +1h ahead 56 1-stop hubs

OMA–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,131 miles in approximately 2h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop OMA–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 1 – – 64% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OMA to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
56
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
LNK ~4h 22m PHL ~4h 32m YHM ~4h 35m FRG ~4h 38m CVG ~4h 43m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,214
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
OMA → EWR
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
Arriving
94%
Return
EWR → OMA
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Arriving
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OMA delays → EWR delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Newark from Omaha

Nearby airports with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Metric OMA→EWR LNK→EWR MCI→EWR
Distance from OMA – 55 mi 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 1 – 14
Flight time 2h 33m 2h 32m 3h
Departure OTP 64% – –
Lincoln (LNK) to Newark flights · Kansas City (MCI) to Newark flights
Airports within 200 miles of OMA with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Omaha.
OMA: CDT · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Omaha, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
1,131 mi / 1,820 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 33m.
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

OMA–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Omaha to Newark route.
Route details
Distance1,131 mi / 1,820 km
Flight time2h 33m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections56 hubs
Origin: OMA
Full nameEppley Airfield
IATA / ICAOOMA / KOMA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr5.2M
Elevation984 ft / 300 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 OMA to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Eppley Airfield to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 2h 33m. The route covers 1,131 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OMA to EWR.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LNK, PHL, YHM, FRG, CVG, LGA, IND, IAD, CLE, MKE, YOW, YYZ, GSP, AEX, JAX, HOU, EGE, APF, FTW, HDN, TPA, PBI, SUN, ASE, SAT, JAC, YYC, UDD, SBA, SJC, PSP, STT, IAH, DTW, ATL, STL, DEN, DCA, ORD, CLT, MDW, MCO, DFW, LAS, MIA, SLC, PHX, BNA, MSP, SRQ, FLL, SFO, SEA, LAX, SAN and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Omaha.
Yes, return flights from EWR to OMA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LNK and MCI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 OMA to EWR

Eppley Airfield (OMA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

OMA to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OMA to EWR ranges from 2 hours 33 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,131 miles (1,820 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via LNK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lincoln (LNK) and Kansas City (MCI).