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Newark International Airport TSA Wait Times Newark International Airport Live TSA Wait Times

( Terminal C - General )
IATA Code:

EWR

Timezone:

UTC/GMT -4:00 hours

Airport local time:

Friday, 5:11pm

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Updated today, Friday 2 October 2026
5:01 PM (UTC/GMT -4:00 hours)
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    Waiting times may not accurately reflect your experience. It is advisable to arrive at the airport well in advance and follow the recommendations of the airlines and airports.

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    What Will the Wait Time Be?

    Pick a day and time to see the typical wait, based on historical data.

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    Wait Times by Day of Week

    Average wait times based on the last 3 weeks of data.

    16m
    Mon
    20m
    Tue
    15m
    Wed
    18m
    Thu
    17m
    Fri
    15m
    Sat
    18m
    Sun

    Wait times today, hour by hour

    Actual readings recorded so far today.
    Current: 24 min (Shorter wait than usual: avg wait time is 45 min)
    Latest Airport Arrival Time
    Domestic 1h 25m before departure
    International 1h 59m before departure
    How we calculated this

    Bag drop closes 45-60 min before departure. With an estimated 25 min bag drop queue, you need to arrive at the desk 70-85 min early. After that, allow 17 min for security (avg on Fridays) and 12 min to walk to your gate, which closes 15-20 min before departure. Finally, add a 15 min buffer.

    Best & Worst Times to Fly

    Based on historical tsa wait times across all days of the week.

    Best Time
    Night
    9pm - 4am
    2 min avg wait
    Worst Time
    Afternoon
    12pm - 5pm
    27 min avg wait
    Flying in the Night instead of Afternoon could save you up to 25 minutes in tsa lines.

    Airport Guide for Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    Newark is a major aviation gateway located approximately 15 miles southwest of Midtown Manhattan, straddling the boundary between Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey. Opened in 1928, it holds the distinction of being the first major airport to serve the New York metropolitan area. Today, EWR functions as a critical node in the global airspace system, serving as a massive fortress hub for United Airlines, which dominates operations in Terminal C. The airport is composed of three distinct terminals, the recently opened, award-winning Terminal A, the international-focused Terminal B, and the United-exclusive Terminal C. The facility is currently in a phase of significant transformation, managing high passenger volumes while undertaking major infrastructure projects, including the $3.5 billion replacement of its aging AirTrain system.

    Newark International Airport FAQ

    As of January 15, 2026, AirTrain service to/from the Airport Train Station is suspended on weekdays from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM due to the AirTrain Newark Replacement Program. The suspension is expected to last at least four years, with some pauses during peak travel periods (e.g., Memorial Day to Labor Day, and the 2026 holiday season). On weekends, the AirTrain operates normally.

    • The Alternative: Free shuttle buses replace the AirTrain during suspension hours, running every 4–5 minutes and connecting the Airport Station, all terminals, and parking lots. Plan for 15–30 minutes of extra travel time.
    • Time Impact: Plan for at least 15–30 minutes of extra travel time if arriving during these hours, as you will need to transfer from the train to a bus.

    Do not take the AirTrain. You must use the United Airlines Airside Shuttle.

    • From Terminal A: Go to Gate A28. Take the shuttle to Terminal C (Gate C71).
    • From Terminal C: Go to Gate C71. Take the shuttle to Terminal A (Gate A28).

    Who can use it? While operated by United, it is generally available to all passengers with a valid boarding pass for the connecting terminal. It runs from 4:00 AM to Midnight.

    Yes, but it has limited hours and access. A United shuttle runs from Terminal A (Gate A28) and Terminal C (Gate C71) to Terminal B (Gates B60-B68).

    • Hours: It typically operates only from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
    • Restriction: This shuttle drops you at the Star Alliance gates (B60-B68). If your flight departs from a different pier in Terminal B (e.g., British Airways or Spirit), you cannot reach your gate from this drop-off point without exiting and re-clearing security.

    The terminals are not connected by airside walkways. Walking landside (outside security) is possible but difficult and involves walking along busy roadways or through parking decks. You must take the AirTrain or shuttle buses to move between terminal buildings.

    No. The “Terminal A Station” is connected to a parking garage, not the terminal itself. After exiting the AirTrain, you must take a shuttle bus (5–7 minutes) or walk across a pedestrian bridge and through the parking garage (about 15 minutes.

    The cheapest official on-airport option is Economy Lot P6, with pre-booked rates starting at $30.00 per day. Drive-up rates are $35.00 for the first 24 hours and then $17.50 for each 12 hour increment after that.

    Off-site lots (e.g., The Parking Spot, Snap Parking) offer lower rates, but require using their private shuttles.

    Yes. Take NJ Transit or PATH to Newark Penn Station, then transfer to NJ Transit Bus #62. The bus fare is approximately $2.00 and drops you directly at Terminals A, B, and C.

    Note: This method takes longer and is not ideal for heavy luggage.

    • Sleeping: Minute Suites is located in Terminal C (near Gate C125). It offers private rooms with daybeds by the hour. Otherwise, Terminal A has some armrest-free benches, while Terminal C is mostly restaurant seating.
    • Showers: Available only in the United Polaris Lounge (Terminal C), British Airways Lounge (Terminal B), and Minute Suites (Terminal C, for a fee).

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