Airport arrival mode
EWR TSA wait times at Newark Liberty International
Choose a terminal area and screening lane. Arrival Mode keeps the airport in view while it compares the freshest nearby checkpoint readings.
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Raw checkpoint readings
The unfiltered airport feed is retained below so you can compare the source rows with the Arrival Mode recommendation.
30-day pattern by hour
EWR playbook
This page is currently backed by 5 live EWR checkpoint readings, so the terminal and checkpoint spread matters more than a single airport-wide average.
Terminal A is the newest facility and often has the most efficient screening technology, but it can be a long trek from the AirTrain.
If you need to change terminals mid-itinerary, factor in the AirTrain wait and a full re-screening at your new terminal—EWR is not fully connected post-security.
Terminal C security surges during United's morning and evening 'banks'—if you're flying United, arrive 2.5 hours early during these windows.
Terminals at a glance
Terminal A (Gates A1-A28) serves multiple domestic carriers. Terminal B handles international and some domestic. Terminal C is almost exclusively United.
Each terminal has its own independent security checkpoints; there is no centralized screening for all of Newark.
Airline notes
United Airlines passengers should head directly to Terminal C. JetBlue and American are typically in Terminal A.
Delta and many international carriers (Lufthansa, British Airways) operate out of Terminal B.
Local tips
EWR has three main terminals (A, B, C). Terminal C is the United hub and features the most consistent security pressure.
Newark publishes airport wait times by terminal and gate group, so always check your specific terminal before heading to the airport.
Newark offers 'CLEAR + TSA PreCheck' across all three terminals, with enrollment centers specifically in Terminals A and C.