FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.FLL → EWR
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 76% vs 66% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 76% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 66%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
75% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~19 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at EWR
77% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 81 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~37 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EWR has a 2.8% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.