EWR (Newark) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 85%. The average delay is 93 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.EWR → MSP
EWR (Newark) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 85% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 65%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 85% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 65%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from EWR
78% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~36 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MSP
83% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~23 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.