Phoenix (PHX) to Newark (EWR): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Phoenix (PHX) to Newark (EWR) effectively runs on two schedules. In April 2026, 91% of arrivals were on time; in May 2025 that fell to 58% — a 33-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 76% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 76%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.7%
- Flights/day
- 6.8
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 4h 44m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 2,133 mi
Best airline from PHX to EWR
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 79% | 18 min | 1.6% | 3,075 |
| American Airlines | 71% | 20 min | 1.6% | 2,133 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from PHX to EWR
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (93% on-time); avoid 3 p.m. departures (64%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 17 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 81% | 13 min |
| Wednesday | 78% | 16 min |
| Thursday | 73% | 23 min |
| Friday | 78% | 20 min |
| Saturday | 76% | 22 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 22 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft27%
- Airline operations23%
- National airspace system46%
- Weather3%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from PHX to EWR delayed?
- 24% of PHX–EWR flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 19 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from PHX to EWR?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 79%, based on 3,075 flights. 2 airlines flew PHX–EWR frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from PHX to EWR?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (93% on-time), while departures around 3 p.m. have the worst (64%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from PHX to EWR?
- The scheduled PHX–EWR flight time averages 4h 44m over 2,133 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 24% of the time.
- How often are PHX to EWR flights cancelled?
- 1.7% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from PHX to EWR?
- May 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 58% of arrivals on time. The best was April 2026 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 33-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 5,226 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.