CLT (Charlotte) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 82%. The average delay is 82 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.CLT → EWR
CLT (Charlotte) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 70% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs American Airlines at 65%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 82% on time; American Airlines trails at 65%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from CLT
78% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~13 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 ~22 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 July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.