Porto to Newark (OPO–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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OPO–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and TAP Air Portugal lead the route. The flight covers 3,331 miles in approximately 8h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, SN | 14 | 752 | 7h55-8h15 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, SN |
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: AC, B6, BT | 7 | 32Q | 8h05 | – | Star Alliance | AC, B6, BT |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Porto
| Metric | OPO→EWR | SCQ→EWR | LIS→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from OPO | – | 115 mi | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 50 | 3 | 67 |
| Flight time | 8h 5m | 7h 50m | 7h 35m |
Travel Essentials
OPO: WEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Porto, it's 1:00 PM in Newark.
Portugal is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Portuguese passport holders enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. Apply at the official CBP site (esta.cbp.dhs.gov) at least 72 hours before departure.
The 90-day stay cannot be extended, and you cannot change immigration status while in the US on the Visa Waiver Program.
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.
OPO–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from OPO to EWR
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and TAP Air Portugal. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
OPO to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from OPO to EWR is about 8 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,331 miles (5,361 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Faro - Gago Coutinho and Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) and Lisbon (LIS).