NEWARK AIRPORT (EWR) INFORMATION

Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the main airports included in the New York metropolitan area. The airport is located in New Jersey between the two cities Newark and Elizabeth. More specifically, Newark Airport is positioned 9 miles/14 km southwest of Manhattan and only 3 miles/4.8 km south of Downtown Newark. The official address of Newark Airport is 3 Brewster Road, Newark, New Jersey, 07114, United States. You can call the airport for any customer information at telephone number: +1 973-961-6000.

Because of the shared location between the two cities, Newark and Elizabeth, the airport is owned by both cities. However, the airport is leased and operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The Port Authority is located at 4 World Trade Center, 150 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007, telephone number: +1 212-435-7000.

Newark Airport carries the international airport code of EWR (IATA), KEWR (ICAO) and EWR (FAA LID). It sits in an elevated location about 18 feet/5 meters above sea level at 40° 41′ 33″ N, 74° 10′ 7″ W.

In 2017, Newark Airport was the 60th busiest airport in the United States based on international passenger traffic. In addition, it was the 15th busiest airport in the country that same year. In 2018, the airport served 46,065,175 passengers, which is the highest number in the airport’s history.

At Newark Liberty International Airport, which covers 2,027 acres/820 ha, you will find three runways plus one helipad. Inside Newark Airport, there are three passenger terminals, which are terminal A, B, and C. Terminal A only handles domestic flights and Canadian flights, while Terminal B mainly handles foreign carriers, however, it also serves flights to the Caribbean. Finally, Terminal C is exclusively for United Airlines.

The airport has a total of 121 gates distributed across the three passenger terminals. Terminal A serves 29 gates, Terminal B has 24 gates, and finally, Terminal C includes 68 gates.

Newark Liberty International Airport collaborates with over 50 different carriers. United Airlines is by far the airport’s biggest tenant as it serves 68% of all passengers at the airport, and operates in all three of the terminals at Newark airport. Newark’s second-largest carrier is FedEx Express. In addition, you can find carriers such as JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Delta Air Lines, Iceland air, American Airlines, American Eagle, United Express, etc.

Arrivals, Departures and Airlines at Newark Airport

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Newark Liberty International Airport Ground Transportation

There are at least 13 car rental companies located in or near Newark airport.

AirTrain Newark is connecting the three terminals at Newark Liberty International Airport. Furthermore, this 3 mile/4.8 km monorail system connects Newark Liberty International Airport Station to the closest cities, with transfers to Amtrak and regional rail hubs such as Newark Penn Station, Secaucus Junction, and New York Penn Station.

You will also find NJ Transit buses that provide service to Irvington, Downtown Newark, and Newark Penn Station. From here, connections are available to the PATH and NJ Transit rail lines. The NJ Transit bus lines that you need to look for are the following: 28, 37, 62, 67, and 107. You can find the schedules and more information here.

Another option is to take the Express Bus that runs between Newark Liberty International Airport and New York City from 4 am to 1 am every day of the year. Each bus stops at all three New York stops.

The taxis serving the airport charge a flat rate based on your desired destination. Please also be aware that during rush hours there is an additional $5 surcharge to all locations in the State of New York, except Staten Island. The weekday rush hours are from 6 am to 9 am in the mornings, and again from 4 pm to 7 pm in the afternoon. On weekends, the rush hours are from 12 pm to 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Hotels near Newark Airport

There are a number of hotels to suit all budgets and requirements at or near Newark Airport.

Parking at Newark Airport

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Practical Information at Newark Liberty International Airport

WiFi connections:

You can get a free WiFi connection at Newark Airport. You simply set the wireless network to; Free EWR WiFi. Then select Free Unlimited WiFi and enjoy surfing around the internet. You get half an hour of free surfing per device. After that, you will have to pay a small fee.

If you need any help, you can contact support at telephone number: +1 800-880-4117.

Smoking:

At Newark airport, smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals. Inside the terminals, there are no smoking facilities. You are not allowed to use e-cigarettes either.

If you are on a connecting flight, you will have to enter the United States and smoke outside one of the terminals. Afterward, you have to go through Security again for your connection flight.

Duty-Free shops:

You will be able to find duty free shops in all three Terminals A, B, and C at the following locations:

• Terminal A: A Concourse and A2 Rotunda.
• Terminal B: B1 Rotunda, B2 Rotunda, B2 Rotunda, B3 Rotunda, and Near B3 Concourse Entrance.
• Terminal C: gates C101-115, gates C120-139, and gates C70-99.

Lost and Found:

If you need to report any lost items or check the status of a lost item you can contact the Lost & Found department at Newark Airport at telephone number +1 561-408-0101. In addition, you can also fill out and send a request form using the link here.

Newark Liberty International Airport’s website

If you would like to know more about Newark Airport, you can visit Newark Liberty International Airport’s website here: https://www.newarkairport.com/.

Furthermore, if you have any questions or would like to get in contact with a member of the staff, you can contact the airport at the telephone number: +1 973-961-6000.

Additional Services and Amenities at Newark Airport

At Newark Airport you will find the usual array of bars and restaurants, airport lounges and shops.

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Things to do in Newark

There are a number of activities to suit all ages and interests in the region - see a selection of tourist activities in Newark, New Jersey in the United States of America.

Local Information

Local voltage and plug type:

In the United States, the main electricity supply is at 120 volts (60 Hz). Types A and B with ⅔ pin are the most frequently used electric plugs in the country.

What side of the road for driving?

In the United States, you have to drive on the right side of the road.