Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Arriving international passengers clear United States border inspection, collect checked baggage, pass through customs clearance, and exit into the public arrivals area.

• Follow overhead signs for Passport Control upon exiting the aircraft.
• Present your passport, ESTA authorisation or valid visa, and any required entry documentation to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers.
• Proceed to the baggage reclaim area to collect your checked luggage from the designated carousel.
• Pass through the customs exit; declare agricultural items, restricted goods, or currency exceeding $10,000 USD if required.
• Exit into the arrivals hall to access ground transportation, currency exchange, and the AirTrain station.

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  AirTrain EWR + NJ Transit Rail

  Take the free AirTrain from your terminal to Newark Airport Rail Station, then transfer to a NJ Transit train bound for New York Penn Station.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-45 minutes

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly $15-$16 per person

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  AirTrain EWR + Amtrak Rail

  Connect via AirTrain to Newark Airport Rail Station for direct Amtrak intercity service along the North East Corridor.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-40 minutes to NYC

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly $15-$35 depending on advance booking

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  Express Bus

  Direct coach services pick up outside all terminals and run directly to key Midtown Manhattan stops.

  Dauer:

  Typically 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly $18-$22 single ticket

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  Licensed Taxi or Rideshare

  Official taxi stands and designated app-based rideshare pick-up areas are located outside each terminal arrival hall.

  Dauer:

  Typically 45-90 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly $60-$100+ (plus bridge/tunnel tolls and tip)

Connecting between terminals requires using the landside AirTrain system unless you are on a designated airside shuttle.

• The AirTrain monorail links Terminals A, B, and C free of charge 24 hours a day.
• If connecting from an international flight in Terminal B to a domestic flight, you must clear immigration, retrieve baggage, pass customs, and re-check bags.
• Passengers transferring between flights in Terminals A and C on United Airlines may use the airside shuttle bus to avoid re-clearing security.
• Allow at least 90 minutes to two hours for domestic-to-international transfers, and up to three hours for international-to-domestic connections.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout all passenger terminals.

• Select the official network name '_Free EWR WiFi' on your mobile device.
• Open a web browser page and accept the terms of use to initiate the connection.
• Sessions run in unlimited time blocks, though re-authentication may be requested periodically.
• Charging stations and USB ports are positioned near select seating areas and boarding gates.

Banking services, ATMs, and currency exchange facilities are situated in all terminal buildings.

• ATMs accepting major international cards are located landside and airside in Terminals A, B, and C.
• Currency exchange counters operate in the departures and arrivals halls of Terminal B and Terminal C.
• Credit and debit cards are universally accepted by transport providers, restaurants, and shops.
• Tipping is customary in the United States; taxis and table-service restaurants typically expect a tip of 15% to 20%.

A wide variety of food, beverage, and dining outlets are available both before and after security.

• Terminal A and Terminal C feature expansive dining halls with regional and national restaurant options.
• Grab-and-go kiosks, coffee shops, and quick-service outlets operate across all terminals.
• Terminal B offers food outlets in each of its three individual gate concourses.
• Operating hours vary by concourse, with select options available early morning through late evening.

Airline lounges and pay-per-use lounges are located across the three airport terminals.

• United Club lounges and the United Polaris Lounge are situated in Terminal C, with an additional United Club in Terminal A.
• Terminal B hosts airline lounges for international flag carriers including Lufthansa, British Airways, and SAS.
• Independent lounges and lounge key access options are present in Terminal B.
• Day passes or entry eligibility depend on class of travel, frequent flyer status, or lounge membership programmes.

Numerous hotels are situated adjacent to the airport perimeter, offering shuttle transfers.

• The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is located on site directly facing Terminal B.
• Off-site airport hotels operate complimentary shuttle buses, which collect passengers from designated courtesy shuttle zones.
• Hotel reservation boards and courtesy phones are available in the arrivals areas of each terminal.
• Short-term hotel bookings can be made online or directly upon arrival.

Baggage reclaim carousels and luggage assistance services are situated on the ground level of each terminal.

• Check the flight display monitors in the arrivals area to locate the specific baggage carousel assigned to your flight.
• Luggage carts are available near baggage reclaim belts for a small fee.
• Baggage assistance and porter services are available in international arrivals areas.
• Report missing or damaged luggage directly to your airline's baggage service desk before exiting the terminal.

Facilities for travellers with infants and young children are provided across all terminals.

• Dedicated nursing suites and lactation rooms are located airside in Terminals A, B, and C.
• All public rest rooms include baby-changing tables.
• Family-friendly seating areas are positioned near main gate concourses.
• Strollers can be taken through security checkpoints and gate-checked prior to boarding.

• Service animal relief areas
• Lactation suites
• Multifaith chapel
• Currency exchange
• ATMs
• Charging stations
• Medical first-aid stations
• Airline lounges

Lokale Notrufnummer: Dial 911 for emergency assistance nationwide.

• In an emergency, dial 911 from any telephone or inform Port Authority Police personnel patrolling the terminal.
• Medical first-aid support can be requested through any airport staff member or emergency telephone station.
• If you lose your passport, contact your embassy or consulate immediately; airport police can assist in filing an official incident report.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• https://www.newarkairport.com/Offizielle Flughafenquelle
• https://www.cbp.gov/Regierungsquelle
• https://www.njtransit.com/Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• https://www.amtrak.com/Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe