BUF (Buffalo) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 90%. The average delay is 85 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.BUF → EWR
BUF (Buffalo) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is usually on time. About 88% 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 — United Airlines leads slightly at 90% vs Republic Airways at 87%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 90% on time; Republic Airways trails at 87%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from BUF
77% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BUF has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
BUF cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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 ~5 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.