EWR

Newark Liberty International Airport

Newark, New Jersey

Newark Liberty serves as a major hub for United Airlines and is often the cheapest option for flights from the NYC metro area. Located just 18 miles from Midtown Manhattan.

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Airport Information

IATA Code

EWR

Location

Newark, New Jersey

Terminals

3 terminals (A, B, C)

Airlines

6+ carriers

Airlines at EWR

United AirlinesSouthwestFrontierJetBlueLufthansaAir Canada

Getting to/from EWR

1

NJ Transit + AirTrain to Penn Station – $16.10

2

AirTrain to Newark Penn Station then NJ Transit – $15

3

Newark Airport Express Bus to Manhattan – $22

4

Taxi: ~$50-70 to Midtown Manhattan (plus NJ Turnpike tolls)

5

Uber/Lyft: ~$40-65 depending on traffic

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Pro Tips for EWR

✓United hub – best for United Airlines frequent flyers
✓Often has cheaper fares than JFK or LGA
✓Terminal C is United's hub and has the best amenities
✓NJ Transit + AirTrain is cheapest option into Manhattan
✓Check EWR when JFK and LGA fares look expensive – often much cheaper

FAQ: Newark Liberty International Airport

NJ Transit + AirTrain to Penn Station – $16.10 AirTrain to Newark Penn Station then NJ Transit – $15
Newark Liberty International Airport is served by United Airlines, Southwest, Frontier, JetBlue, Lufthansa, Air Canada. Check our flight search for current fares and schedules.
Newark Liberty (EWR) is located in Newark, NJ, approximately 18 miles from Midtown Manhattan. By NJ Transit + AirTrain, the journey takes 45-60 minutes.
For domestic flights, arrive at EWR at least 2 hours before departure. For international flights, allow 3 hours. During peak travel seasons (summer, holidays), add an extra 30 minutes to account for longer security lines.
Newark Liberty International Airport has multiple parking garages with short-term and long-term rates. Long-term parking typically costs $18-32 per day. Off-airport parking services near the airport are often 30-40% cheaper. Ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft can be more economical for trips under a week.

Cheap Flights from EWR

EWR → Los Angeles

$179

EWR → Denver

$129

EWR → San Francisco

$169

EWR → Seattle

$159

EWR → Chicago

$89

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John F. Kennedy

LGA

LaGuardia

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