Flights Brussels → Newark
BRU → EWR
How long is the flight from Brussels to Newark?
The flight from Brussels (BRU) to Newark (EWR) takes about 7h 48m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route connects Brussels to Newark, operating with a mix of aircraft including the Airbus A330 and Boeing 767-400 models. Newark Liberty International Airport, which opened in 2001, serves as the bustling destination hub, welcoming over 43 million passengers annually.
The Brussels (BRU) → Newark (EWR) route is operated by Etihad Airways, Lufthansa Cargo, Brussels Airlines, United Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 10.9/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Newark the average ATFM delay is 5.5 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Brussels the average ATFM delay is 1.0 minutes.
Heading to Newark: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Brussels (BRU) to Newark (EWR) heads west for about 5,908 km, a flight time of roughly 7h 48m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Brussels the average ATFM delay is 1.0 min (atfm); arriving into Newark it is 5.5 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines (UA) | 83% | 5 min | 1.3% |
| Brussels Airlines (SN) | 83% | 15 min | 3.3% |
| Lufthansa Cargo (LH) | 74% | 21 min | 0.0% |
Airlines operating BRU-EWR
Frequently asked questions about BRU-EWR
The flight from Brussels (BRU) to Newark (EWR) takes about 7h 48m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 4 airlines: Etihad Airways, Lufthansa Cargo, Brussels Airlines, United Airlines.
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The Brussels-Newark route is about 5,908 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €600, barring extraordinary circumstances.
