Are there delays at Newark Liberty International (EWR) today?

EWR has an on-time departure rate of 78%. When delays occur, they average 79 minutes. About 2.8% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

What are TSA wait times at EWR?

TSA wait at EWR is about 22-28 minutes. Fastest time: 4 AM (about 5 min). Busiest: 6 AM (34-40 minutes).

What causes delays at EWR?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

How long of a connection do I need at EWR?

EWR sees moderate delays — allow at least 90 minutes domestic, 2 hours international.

EWR is having a rough day. TSA is running ~25 min.

Check your airline app before leaving. Only 78% on time. avg delay 79 min. TSA: about 22-28 minutes.

Updated 1:05 PM UTC

EWR Newark Delays & Airport Status

Newark Liberty International(Newark Liberty)

EWR is one of the most delay-prone airports in the country — and weather is only part of it.

→Terminal C (United hub) has the longest security lines — arrive at least 2.5 hours before domestic flights, 3 hours for international.
→The AirTrain to Newark Penn Station runs every 3 minutes but adds 30+ minutes to your commute; budget extra time if connecting to NJ Transit or Amtrak.
→If you're renting a car, the rental lot shuttle adds another 10–15 minutes — don't cut it close.
→Early morning departures (before 7 AM) dramatically outperform afternoon flights; EWR congestion cascades fast on busy days.

EWR sits in the NYC corridor's notoriously congested airspace, where a single weather system can create hours of ground delay programs. It's also the airport most likely to get backed up when JFK or LGA slows down.