ORF (Norfolk) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 90 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ORF → EWR
ORF (Norfolk) to EWR (Newark)
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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 air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Republic Airways on this route — 86% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 86% on time; Republic Airways trails at 72%.
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Good to know
Departing from ORF
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORF has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
ORF cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at EWR
77% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EWR has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.