SYR (Syracuse) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 85%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SYR → EWR
SYR (Syracuse) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Republic Airways leads slightly at 85% vs United Airlines at 82%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 85% on time; United Airlines trails at 82%.
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Good to know
Departing from SYR
80% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SYR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
SYR cancels 2.2% 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.