Los Angeles to Newark flights
Direct and connecting flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Newark take?
Flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark (EWR) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Newark?
Airline availability for LAX to EWR changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Newark?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAX to EWR varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- JetBlue Airways5-yr attributed events: 13Last 90 days: none recorded
- FDX5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 11 sightings | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| FDX | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Alaska Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAX → EWR
LAX to EWR is a medium-haul route of 3,941 km (2,449 mi). See the return EWR → LAX route.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near Newark: Linden (LDJ) — 10 km, New York (JRB) — 14 km, New York (JRA) — 16 km.