SFO (San Francisco) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 81 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.SFO → EWR
SFO (San Francisco) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 83% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 83% on time; United Airlines trails at 76%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SFO
78% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SFO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~20 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 ~22 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.