What are TSA wait times at EWR?

Current TSA security wait at EWR is About 16-22 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 10 PM (about 4 min). The busiest time is 7 PM (26-32 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Newark Liberty International right now?

Current TSA security wait at EWR is About 16-22 minutes right now. Check the live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy EWR is right now.

What is the average delay time at Newark Liberty International?

When flights at EWR (Newark Liberty International) are delayed, the average delay is about 44 minutes. Overall, 70% of flights arrive on time. About 2.1% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Newark Liberty International?

The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace. At EWR, 70% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 44 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Newark Liberty International?

EWR sees a moderate number of delays, so we recommend at least 90 minutes for domestic connections and 2 hours for international.

What's the best time to fly from Newark Liberty International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including EWR. For shorter security lines, aim for 10 PM (about 4 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Newark Liberty International — Newark

Newark Liberty International (EWR) has an on-time arrival rate of about 70%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 44 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace. Roughly 2.1% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 27 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 16-22 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 10 PM (about 4 min). The busiest period is 7 PM (26-32 minutes).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, FAA NASSTATUS. Updated March 2026.

Last updated: March 2026

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Flights here are delayed fairly often. About 70% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace.

Planes tend to sit on the runway quite a while here. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 27 minutes.

This airport occasional fog (~4 days/month), rainy (~11 precip days/month), tends to be windy (avg 11 mph).

Among major airlines, F9 has the most complaints (23.2/100k) while WN has the fewest (1.5/100k).

How Busy Is EWR Right Now?

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TSA Wait Times at EWR

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 16-22 minutes right now

Fastest

10 PM (about 4 min)

Busiest

7 PM (26-32 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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Delta Air Lines77% on time

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