Seattle to Newark (SEA–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SEA–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,396 miles in approximately 5h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 99 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: HA | 42 | 73J, 7M9 | 5h11-5h38 | Oneworld | HA | |
| UA United Airlines | 32 | 739, 7M8, 7M9, B39M | 5h21-5h26 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Seattle
| Metric | SEA→EWR | BFI→EWR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SEA | – | 5 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 11m | 4h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – |
Travel Essentials
SEA: PDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 9:00 PM in Newark.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
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.
SEA–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to EWR
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SEA to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to EWR ranges from 5 hours 11 minutes to 5 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,396 miles (3,855 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 106 return, totaling 180 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
99 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BFI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI).