ALB (Albany) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 87%. The average delay is 98 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ALB → EWR
ALB (Albany) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
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Departing from ALB
78% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ALB has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~29 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at EWR
77% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 81 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~39 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EWR has a 2.8% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.