EWR (Newark) to CHS (Charleston) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.EWR → CHS
EWR (Newark) to CHS (Charleston)
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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 the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 82% vs Spirit Airlines at 79%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 82% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 79%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CHS
80% on timeWhen flights into CHS are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CHS: TSA is ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
CHS has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.