How much time would I need to allow for transit in Newark [duplicate]

I need to travel from Montreal to Atlanta. I have seen two flights on the 5th August (flight 3502 and flight 1217). However, the time to change planes is very reduced (45 minutes). In Montreal, I will pass customs, so they would be like a domestic flights. Are 45 minutes enough? Would I need to pick up the luggage and check-in it again?

Best Answer

I don't quite have enough information because you didn't mention which airline you are on (I would guess UA but UA 1217 is from LAX?). If there is no terminal change, this is fine.

If this is on one ticket, your luggage will be checked through to the final destination from YUL and there is no further security check; 45 minutes is sufficient.

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How much time do I need for a layover in Newark?

40 minutes at Newark for a Domestic -> International connection is plenty of time, presuming that your inbound flight is on time, and you're within the same terminal.

Is 40 minutes enough time for a layover in Newark?

40 minutes is tight even in the best of circumstances but Newark has lots of traffic, lots of delays and is prone to weather issues (as is Boston for that matter). The United terminals are huge, so it can easily be a 10 minute hike between gates.

Is 2 hour transit time enough?

For international layover flights booked on one airline, two hours is often recommended to make your connection. For international flights on different airlines, the connection time will need to be even greater as you may have to change terminals between the two flights.

Is 1 hour enough for connecting flights in Newark?

No, 1 hour is not remotely close to enough ahead of an international flight. EWR is a busy airport and has a lot of delays. The smallest delay in the first flight will cause you to miss the connection. I'd want two hours or preferably three just in case.

Connecting in Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

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