PWM (Portland) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 82 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.PWM → EWR
PWM (Portland) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% 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 — 89% vs 80% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; Republic Airways trails at 80%.
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Good to know
Departing from PWM
81% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PWM has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PWM cancels 2.8% 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 ~27 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 May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.