Newark skyline reflected in the Passaic River. Flights from Charlotte to Newark

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Newark

Flights from Charlotte Douglas to Newark Liberty in New Jersey, with Newark terminal details, AirTrain shuttle changes and the bag rules on each airline's basic fare.

CLT to EWR · 528 mi · 1h 46m est.

CLT to EWR
528 miles
1h 46m nonstop (estimated)
4 airlines in our fare results

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Charlotte to Newark flight insights

Average flight time

~1h 46m (estimated)

CLT → EWR

Cheapest cached price

$169

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 26, 2026.

Planning a trip from Charlotte to Newark? The average flight time on this route is ~1h 46m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $169 (last checked Oct 26, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Charlotte to Newark covers a straight-line distance of about 528 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~1h 46m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

Charlotte to Newark at a glance

CLT to EWR is about 528 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Charlotte to Newark on Eazair
Origin	Charlotte (CLT)
Destination	Newark (EWR)
Average Flight Time	~1h 46m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$169
Fares Last Checked	Oct 26, 2026
Distance	528 miles (CLT to EWR)
Time in Newark	Same time as Charlotte
Airlines in our fare results	4

Local time in Newark is the same as in Charlotte. Charlotte is on Eastern Time, Newark on Eastern Time.

Flight deals from Charlotte to Newark

Searches on this page run from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) in New Jersey. New York JFK (JFK) and LaGuardia (LGA) are different airports, so confirm the code on your ticket. Frontier, American, United and Delta have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. Newark's airline list puts American and Delta in Terminal A and Frontier in Terminal B, while United uses Terminals A, B or C depending on the flight. That list shows no update date.

Charlotte Douglas has one terminal with five concourses, and CLT says any of its three checkpoints leads to every gate. Standard screening is listed from 3:45 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Checkpoints 1 and 3, and from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Checkpoint 2, with the family lane at Checkpoint 1. CLT notes those hours can change. CATS says its Route 60 connects the airport with Blue Line Tyvola Station every 30 minutes, 7 days a week.

On landing, note that AirTrain Newark skips Terminal A itself. From the Terminal A AirTrain station the airport lists a 15 minute covered walk or a 5 minute shuttle ride. For Manhattan, NJ Transit lists about 30 minutes from the airport station to New York Penn Station, though its Portal Cutover schedule has fewer weekday trains, and NJ Transit says regular schedules resume 15 Nov 2026, subject to safety testing. Ride app pickup is on the arrivals level at Terminals A and B, and on Floor 3 of the Terminal C Garage.

Between 27 Sep and 13 Oct 2026, EazAir ran its first 4 fare checks for CLT to EWR, each asking for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult departing 30 days later. The 4 checks returned 3 different results, and the highest was less than one and a half times the lowest. Delta Main Basic and American Basic Economy include a carry-on; United Basic Economy and Frontier without a bundle allow a personal item. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Charlotte to Newark flights

Departure · Charlotte

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT)

Eastern Time

Arrival · Newark

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Eastern Time

Other airports near New York: John F. Kennedy International (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), Stewart International (SWF)

About Newark

Areas to know in Newark

Ironbound
Downtown
Forest Hill

Weather in Newark

The same general Northeast pattern as nearby New York: four distinct seasons, humid summers, cold winters.

Charlotte to Newark: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

Newark Liberty International (EWR) is in New Jersey. New York JFK (JFK) and LaGuardia (LGA) are separate airports, so check which one your ticket shows.

Leaving from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT)

CLT says passengers may be dropped off curbside on the upper level (Departures/Ticketing), and vehicles cannot be left unattended at the curb.
CATS says the Sprinter runs between the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown and the airport, and Route 60 links the airport with Blue Line Tyvola Station. Check CATS schedules for times.
CLT has Checkpoints 1, 2 and 3, and says every concourse and gate can be reached from any of them.
CLT lists Checkpoints 1 and 3 for standard screening from 3:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Checkpoint 2 for standard screening from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The family lane is at Checkpoint 1. CLT says hours can change.
CLT's security page does not mention CLEAR.
CLT tells travelers to arrive early but gives no number of hours. Wait times are posted on CLT's security page. CLT says its Terminal Lobby Expansion, completed in September 2025, expanded and streamlined the checkpoints.

Arriving at Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Airline	EWR terminal
American	Terminal A
Delta	Terminal A
United	Terminals A, B and C, depending on the flight
Frontier	Terminal B
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

From the airport's airline list, which shows no update date. Terminal use can change, so check with your airline.

Three terminals, A, B and C. Terminal C is operated by United.
AirTrain links Terminals B and C, the Terminal A station (rental cars), P3 (hotel shuttles), P4 parking and the Airport Train Station. It does not stop at Terminal A itself.
From the Terminal A AirTrain station, walk about 15 minutes on a covered pathway or take the free shuttle bus, which the airport says runs 4 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Many travelers changing terminals must clear TSA screening again. United runs a shuttle after security between Terminals A and C, so United domestic connections there skip a second screening.

Getting from EWR	Where to board	Where it goes
NJ Transit trains (Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line)	Take AirTrain to the Airport Train Station. The AirTrain access fee is included in an NJ Transit ticket.	New York Penn Station, about 30 minutes according to NJ Transit, plus Newark Penn Station and New Jersey towns. A fare applies.
Amtrak	Take AirTrain to the same Airport Train Station. Amtrak says the AirTrain fare is included in Amtrak tickets to and from the station.	Northeast Regional trains, which the airport lists for Trenton and North Philadelphia. A fare applies.
AirTrain replacement shuttle bus (5 a.m. to 3 p.m. on most weekdays, through 13 Nov 2026)	At the Airport Train Station, follow red banner signs reading "AirTrain Construction Partial Outage".	Free bus to your terminal. The airport says to allow an extra 10 to 15 minutes.
Buses	CoachUSA's Newark Airport express stops at every terminal. NJ Transit routes GO28, 37, 62, 67 and 107 serve the terminals directly, according to NJ Transit.	Express: Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park and Port Authority Bus Terminal, about 50 minutes according to the airport. NJ Transit: Newark Penn Station, Elizabeth, Jersey City and other New Jersey towns. A fare applies.
Ride apps (Uber, Lyft)	Terminal A: arrivals level, across the street. Terminal B: arrivals level, on the terminal frontage. Terminal C: Floor 3 of the Terminal C Garage.	Anywhere in the region. Follow signs for Ride App Pick Up and collect your bags first.
Taxis	Licensed taxis are available outside each terminal. Use only an official terminal taxi stand. The Port Authority Welcome Center on arrivals Level 1 of each terminal can help.	Anywhere in the region. Surcharges and tolls can apply.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy.	Costs extra, or a seat is assigned after check-in.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 4 fare checks from Charlotte to Newark ran from 27 Sep to 13 Oct 2026. For the return direction, Newark to Charlotte, EazAir's first check was on 4 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was less than one and a half times the lowest. The 4 checks returned 3 different results. With only 4 checks, this cannot show a pattern. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

CLT: Security (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Pick up and drop off (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Terminal Lobby Expansion (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Update on Airline Use and Lease Agreement (10-08-2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CATS: Airport routes (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CATS: CATS Sprinter Airport Connector (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Terminals (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Airlines (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Connections guide (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: AirTrain (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Public transportation (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Taxis (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Ride app services (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: AirTrain partial service outage (07/27/2026 - 11/13/2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Terminal A (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Terminal C (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EWR: Transportation (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
NJ Transit: Newark Liberty International Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Amtrak: Newark Liberty International Airport station (EWR) (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
NJ Transit: Newark Airport Station, AirTrain service replaced by shuttle bus (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: What is included in my fare (last modified 25 Mar 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bundles (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for CLT to EWR, 27 Sep 2026 to 13 Oct 2026; EWR to CLT, 4 Oct 2026 to 4 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Which airport does this Charlotte to Newark page search?

It searches Newark Liberty International (EWR), which is in New Jersey. New York JFK and LaGuardia (LGA) are separate airports, so check which one each result and your ticket show.

How do I reach Charlotte Douglas without driving?

CATS says its Sprinter bus runs between the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown and the airport every 30 minutes on weekdays, and Route 60 links the airport with Blue Line Tyvola Station. Check CATS schedules for times.

Does AirTrain Newark stop at Terminal A?

No. AirTrain stops at a Terminal A station rather than at the terminal. From there, the airport lists a 15 minute walk on a covered pathway or a 5 minute shuttle ride.

Is AirTrain running at the Newark Airport Train Station?

From 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. on most weekdays through 13 Nov 2026, free shuttle buses replace AirTrain at the station. The airport says to allow an extra 10 to 15 minutes and to follow the red banner signs.

Do the basic fares on this route include a carry-on bag?

It depends on the airline. Delta Main Basic and American Basic Economy include a carry-on plus a personal item. United Basic Economy on domestic flights and Frontier without a bundle include a personal item only, with some exceptions for United card and status holders.

How far is Charlotte from Newark?

CLT and EWR are about 528 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.