AVL (Asheville) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Allegiant Air at 88%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.AVL → EWR
AVL (Asheville) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Allegiant Air leads slightly at 88% vs Republic Airways at 85%.
Airline Comparison
Allegiant Air leads at 88% on time; Republic Airways trails at 85%.
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Good to know
Departing from AVL
78% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AVL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
AVL cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at EWR
78% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~36 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 October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.