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EWR → BHM

EWR (Newark) to BHM (Birmingham)

EWR (Newark) to BHM (Birmingham) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.

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Departing from EWR

78% on time

Expect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~42 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.

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Arriving at BHM

80% on time

When flights into BHM are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at BHM: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.