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Newark Liberty International Airport

Newark, United States

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Major gateway serving the New York metropolitan area.

Opened

1928

Location

Newark, United States

Newark Liberty International Airport is one of three major commercial airports serving the New York–New Jersey metropolitan area, alongside John F. Kennedy and LaGuardia airports. Located approximately 15 miles southwest of Midtown Manhattan in Newark, New Jersey, it handles tens of millions of passengers annually and serves as a significant hub for international and domestic travel. The airport is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and covers roughly 2,000 acres. It features three terminals—A, B, and C—and three runways. Newark Liberty holds historical significance as one of the oldest commercial airports in the United States, having opened in 1928. United Airlines uses Newark as its primary East Coast hub, making it a major node in transatlantic and transcontinental route networks. The airport has undergone significant infrastructure investment over the decades, including the AirTrain Newark automated people-mover system connecting terminals to regional rail.

Terminals

The airport has three terminals—A, B, and C—connected by the AirTrain Newark automated people-mover system.

Getting to & from

Passengers can reach Manhattan via NJ Transit train to Newark Penn Station with connections to New York Penn Station, or via AirTrain Newark linking terminals to rail stations.

Airlines here

United Airlines uses Newark Liberty as its primary East Coast hub, with numerous other domestic and international carriers also operating there.

Notable facts

›Opened in 1928, making it one of the oldest major commercial airports in the United States.
›Operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
›AirTrain Newark connects all terminals to the NJ Transit rail network and Amtrak.
›United Airlines operates its largest East Coast hub at EWR.
›The airport covers approximately 2,000 acres in Newark, New Jersey.

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EWR → ORDAA · E75 CR7

EWR → ORYAA · 757

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EWR → PHXAA · 320

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EWR → MSYAC · 319 E70 320 738

EWR → YEGAC · 319

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EWR → YYCAC · E90

EWR → YYZAC · E75 E90

EWR → ATLAF · 717 319

EWR → CDGAF · 76W

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EWR → ATLAM · 717 319

EWR → SEAAS · 73J

EWR → BOGAV · 73G

EWR → SALAV · 320 738

EWR → LHRAY · 777 788

EWR → ATLAZ · 717

EWR → BOSB6 · E90

EWR → FLLB6 · 320

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EWR → PBIB6 · 320

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EWR → SJUB6 · 320

EWR → STIB6 · 320

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EWR → LHRBA · 777 788

EWR → ORYBA · 752

EWR → PEKCA · 777

EWR → PVGCA · 777

EWR → PTYCM · 739

EWR → HKGCX · 77W

EWR → AMSDL · 76W

EWR → ATLDL · 717 319

EWR → CDGDL · 76W

EWR → CVGDL · CRJ

EWR → DTWDL · 320 717

EWR → LHRDL · 346 333

EWR → MSPDL · 319

EWR → SLCDL · 320

EWR → BRUEY · 330

EWR → KEFFI · 75W

EWR → BNAFL · 73W

EWR → MDWFL · 73W

EWR → MSYFL · 73W

EWR → LHRIB · 777 788

EWR → ORYIB · 752

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EWR → ATLKL · 717 319

EWR → AMSLH · 752 763

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Aircraft operating here

Boeing 757-20046 routes Boeing 737-80043 routes ERJ42 routes Airbus A32035 routes Boeing 737-90033 routes Airbus A31930 routes Boeing 77720 routes Boeing 737-70017 routes Embraer 17013 routes Boeing 767-40013 routes De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q13 routes 73W11 routes

Stay, Eat & Explore: New York

The city that never sleeps

•Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island — The harbor icons of American immigration history.
•Central Park — 843 green acres of lakes, meadows and skyline views in Manhattan's heart.
•Times Square & Broadway — Neon canyon and the world's most famous theatre district.
•Metropolitan Museum of Art — Five thousand years of art on Museum Mile.
•Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO — Walk the 1883 span to cobblestone streets and skyline photo spots.

Getting around: The 24-hour subway is the backbone; AirTrain links JFK and EWR. Yellow cabs, rideshare, ferries and CitiBike fill the gaps.

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City & Place Guide

New Jersey's largest city blending history, arts, and urban energy.

Newark, New Jersey sits just across the Hudson River from Manhattan, making it one of the most accessible major cities on the East Coast. Founded in 1666, it is one of the oldest cities in the United States and carries a rich cultural and industrial heritage that continues to shape its identity today.

In recent years Newark has undergone significant revitalization, with a growing arts scene, renovated historic districts, and a diverse population that fuels vibrant food, music, and cultural offerings. The Ironbound neighborhood, known for its Portuguese and Brazilian communities, is a standout destination for food lovers and those seeking authentic neighborhood character.

Despite its proximity to New York City, Newark rewards visitors on its own terms, offering world-class museums, a storied jazz history, major sports and concert venues, and genuine urban authenticity without Manhattan's tourist crowds or prices.

•Newark Museum of Art — outstanding collections of American and Tibetan art in an expansive campus.
•Branch Brook Park — America's first county park, famous for the largest cherry blossom collection in the US.
•Prudential Center — top-tier arena hosting New Jersey Devils games and major concerts.
•Newark Penn Station — a stunning Beaux-Arts landmark and major transit hub worth admiring.
•Military Park — revitalized downtown green space anchoring the city's public life and events.
•Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart — a grand French Gothic cathedral rivaling European counterparts.

Getting around: Newark is exceptionally well connected by transit. NJ Transit trains and buses link the city to the region, while Newark Penn Station serves Amtrak and PATH trains for quick trips to Manhattan. The AirTrain connects Newark Liberty International Airport to Penn Station in minutes. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely available, taxis operate throughout the city, and the free Ironbound shuttle helps visitors explore that neighborhood easily.

Best time: Late April to early June offers mild weather, blooming cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park, and pleasant conditions for exploring the city on foot.

Local food: Don't miss the Ironbound district's charcoal-grilled Portuguese chicken, hearty Brazilian churrasco, and fresh seafood dishes at the neighborhood's many acclaimed restaurants.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Encyclopaedia

Newark Liberty International Airport is an international airport in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving the New York metropolitan area. The airport is located in both Newark and neighboring Elizabeth, straddling the boundary between Essex and Union counties Owned by the two cities, it is leased to its operator, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Located approximately 4.5 miles (7.2 km) south of downtown Newark and 9 miles (14 km) west-southwest of Manhattan, it is a major gateway to destinations in Europe, South America, the Caribbean and Asia. It is the second-busiest airport in the New York airport system behind John F. Kennedy International Airport and ahead of LaGuardia Airport.

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