Airport · EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark, United States
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IATA
EWR
ICAO
KEWR
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Transport
Getting To & From Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is connected to Manhattan via NJ Transit and Amtrak trains from the Newark Liberty International Airport Station, reachable via the AirTrain. The train ride to New York Penn Station takes approximately 25 minutes, with total transit time around 45 to 55 minutes. Taxis and rideshares (Uber and Lyft) operate from designated zones outside each terminal, with rides to Midtown Manhattan typically taking 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
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Terminals & Getting Around
Terminals
EWR operates three distinct passenger facilities: Terminal A (a modern facility handling domestic and select regional carriers like Air Canada, American, JetBlue, and Delta), Terminal B (primarily international carriers and select domestic operators), and Terminal C (the primary hub for United Airlines). Terminals are physically separate; the free AirTrain system links them landside in under 20 minutes. United Airlines also operates airside shuttle buses connecting Terminals A, B, and C for eligible connecting passengers, allowing them to bypass re-clearing security.
Hours of Operation
Newark Liberty International Airport operates 24 hours a day, though individual airline check-in counters, security checkpoints, and amenity hours vary. Overnight stays are discouraged, and sleeping facilities airside are limited.
Know Before You Go
Practical Tips
- Security Processing: Real-time security wait times fluctuate heavily, particularly at Terminal C during peak banking hours; enroll in TSA PreCheck or CLEAR where available to expedite queues.
- Connection Windows: Allow a minimum of 90 minutes for domestic-to-domestic transfers, and at least 2 to 3 hours for international arrivals requiring customs clearance and re-checking bags.
- Terminal Verification: Always confirm your specific terminal prior to arrival, as code-share flights and carrier reassignments can alter departure points between Terminals A, B, and C.
Sources: EWR Newark Airport Official Site, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey