EWR (Newark) to OAK (Oakland) flights arrive on time 68% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 66%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.EWR → OAK
EWR (Newark) to OAK (Oakland)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 68% 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
77% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at OAK
82% on timeWhen flights into OAK are late, the average delay is 52 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at OAK: TSA is ~20 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.