San Diego to Newark (SAN–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAN–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,420 miles in approximately 5h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 98 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: TP | 35 | 739, 752, 7M9 | 5h14-5h38 | Star Alliance | TP | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: HA | 14 | 739, 7M9 | 5h33-5h35 | Oneworld | HA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from San Diego
| Metric | SAN→EWR | SNA→EWR | PSP→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAN | – | 76 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | 50 | 4 |
| Flight time | 5h 14m | 5h 11m | 5h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SAN: PDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 9:00 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.
SAN–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAN to EWR
San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAN to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAN to EWR ranges from 5 hours 14 minutes to 5 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,420 miles (3,895 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 60 return, totaling 116 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
98 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA), Palm Springs (PSP) and Ontario (ONT).