Ottawa to Newark (YOW–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YOW–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Porter Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 329 miles in approximately 1h 34m. 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 | 35 | E75L, E7W | 1h29-1h43 | Star Alliance | AC | |
| PD Porter Airlines Also: TS | 13 | DH8D | 1h11-1h29 | – | TS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Ottawa
| Metric | YOW→EWR | YMX→EWR | YUL→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YOW | – | 83 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 68 | 2 | 117 |
| Flight time | 1h 34m | 1h 11m | 1h 24m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YOW: EDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ottawa, it's 6:00 PM in Newark.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
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.
YOW–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YOW to EWR
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Porter Airlines. With 68 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YOW to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YOW to EWR is about 1 hours 34 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 329 miles (529 km). There are approximately 68 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 122 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Billy Bishop Toronto City, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montréal (YMX), Montréal (YUL) and Saranac Lake (SLK).