Fort Myers to Newark (RSW–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RSW–EWR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 1,070 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 79 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 74 | 739, 7M8, 7M9, B38M, B39M | 2h49-3h05 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 28 | 739, 7M8, 7M9 | 2h54-3h06 | Star Alliance | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 8 | 320 | 2h20-2h37 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Fort Myers
| Metric | RSW→EWR | SRQ→EWR | PBI→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RSW | – | 77 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 110 | 56 | 127 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 48m | 2h 9m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RSW: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
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.
RSW–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RSW to EWR
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, JetBlue and United Airlines. With 110 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RSW to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RSW to EWR ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 6 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,070 miles (1,722 km). There are approximately 110 weekly flights outbound and 116 return, totaling 226 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
79 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MDT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ), West Palm Beach (PBI) and Miami (MIA).