Chicago to Newark Flight Time & Schedules

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How Much Time Does a Chicago to Newark Flight Take?

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Newark generally takes around 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 38 minutes. Flights on this route typically operate from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The scheduled duration can vary slightly according to the airline, aircraft, weather conditions, air traffic and routing.

Travelers can also choose connecting flights when a suitable nonstop schedule is unavailable. A connecting itinerary via Atlanta can take approximately 6 hours 53 minutes, including the connection. Longer layovers or alternative routings may increase the overall journey time.

Chicago O’Hare is the main departure airport for this route, while Newark Liberty serves the New York metropolitan area from its location in New Jersey. United Airlines and American Airlines currently operate nonstop services between the two airports.

Typical Journey Time from Chicago to Newark

For a direct journey, the scheduled flight time from Chicago O’Hare to Newark is generally around 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 38 minutes. This represents the normal nonstop travel window for the ORD–EWR route.

A connecting itinerary via Atlanta takes approximately 6 hours 53 minutes. The total duration includes the time required to change flights and can vary depending on the connection schedule.

The principal airport pairing is:

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) → Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Nonstop flights on this route generally take around 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 38 minutes. United Airlines and American Airlines operate direct services between the two airports.

Chicago O’Hare is located on the northwest side of Chicago and is one of the city's major commercial airports. Newark Liberty International Airport is in Newark, New Jersey, and is one of the main airports serving the New York metropolitan area.

Passengers can also travel with a connection through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). A connecting journey via Atlanta can take approximately 6 hours 53 minutes.

The total travel time includes both flight segments and the scheduled connection in Atlanta. Actual journey times can be longer if the itinerary has a longer layover.

Estimated Chicago to Newark Travel Time by Airport

Arrival Airport	Route Code	Estimated Flight Time
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)	ORD–EWR	Around 2 hrs 5 mins–2 hrs 38 mins nonstop
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) via Atlanta	ORD–ATL–EWR	Around 6 hrs 53 mins with one stop

These are approximate scheduled journey times. Actual duration can vary because of the airline, aircraft, weather, air traffic and connection time.

Airlines Operating Flights from Chicago to Newark

United Airlines

American Airlines

Time Difference Between Chicago and Newark

Newark is generally one hour ahead of Chicago. Chicago follows Central Time, while Newark follows Eastern Time.

For example, when it is 8:00 AM in Chicago, it is normally 9:00 AM in Newark. Both cities adjust their clocks for daylight saving time on the same schedule, so the one-hour difference remains consistent throughout the year.

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