EWR (Newark) to JAX (Jacksonville) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 87%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.EWR → JAX
EWR (Newark) to JAX (Jacksonville)
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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?
Republic Airways edges out United Airlines on this route — 87% vs 78% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 87% on time; United Airlines trails at 78%.
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Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at JAX
79% on timeWhen flights into JAX are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JAX: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.