Newark actually has better public transit connections to Manhattan than the other two. The only thing that might change would be if any airlines book cross-city connections between these 3.
I live in NJ, and have flown out of EWR a few times. My overall experience seemed like any other airport; neither especially bad nor especially good. I found it easier to park at Newark-Liberty than at the other two local major airports, however.
As someone who has never used EWR but has used both LGA and JFK, EWR almost seems like a hybrid of the other two Big like JFK but with mostly domestic flights like LGA (other than United’s international services)
I’ve flown through all 3, for international flights JFK is undisputed and my preferred option. However on a few occasions I’ve used JFK for departure and Newark for arrival and vice versa. Getting to Newark from the outer boroughs (mainly Brooklyn and Queens) is more of a headache.
Back in 96, we flew into Newark from Frankfurt on a family holiday to the US. After landing there we had to transit over to JFK to wait for our luggage which was put on another flight as it had been left behind on our flight. Lufthansa paid for our taxi over to JFK because of the mess up.
Not sure who lobbied for this, but the gist of it is that only will ticket changes within "NYC" change, but also pricing. So When changing from a LGA to EWR flight, you will be stuck paying greater fare difference. Since EWR is star alliance ( United and friends) and JFK is everyone else, I suspect it was "everyone else" who lobbied to exlcude United from "New York". The changes to make EWR less competitive will be gradual over a few years. Air Canada fare rules still treat all 3 airport the same. (though they only serve LGA and EWR). I beleive NYC also includes HPN (Westchester county airport).
It didn't come from the 3 airports, all 3 are owned and operated by the Port Authority of New York/ New Jersey. I tend to believe what Nelson said, maybe Lufthansa or a group of other airlines.
I lived in Halifax about 10 years ago. I fly back to China once a year to visit my family, I love changing flight in NYC. I enjoy flying into EWR in the morning, explore the city for a day and leave JFK in the evening. NYC is my favourite city in the world so I really enjoy this free NYC day trip.
I grew up in Montclair, NJ and Newark, NJ. EWR was always my choice of airport to depart from due to the close proximity and ease of parking. I have flown in and out of all three aforementioned airports, and I've flown in and out of KHPN - Westchester County Airport/White Plains.
Flown through all of these airports and try to avoid connections in all of them but sometimes unavoidable as JFK is a major international hub and can go direct to a lot of other destinations that you can’t from other east coast airports.
I have flown into and out of all 3. I also had to catch a cab from KJFK to KLGA for a flight with delta that was delayed due to mechanical issues. That was a hassle and a $45 cab ride. I honestly hate flying into or out of KEWR due to the smell of the refineries that you an see on takeoff or touchdowns. It is one of the main reasons why I always fly into KLGA or KJFK when flying back home.
Knowing how those things are managed in the US, most likely, the airlines will take this opportunity to charge extra fees for airport change, plus tax and tips that are not frowned upon either.
Flew to JFK in Febuary and departed from EWR on the same trip. It was just bookable, as it was the same airport, with a little note on the bookingpage...
@@Kevci4 This shouldn't really matter. Lots of cities have airports in different states. For example, IAD and BWI are both searchable under WAS, but in different states (and neither is in DC) and Cincinnati's airport is in Kentucky, and not Ohio. And distance isn't a big factor here either. For example, VCP is lumped in the SAO code for example, but is over 60 miles from the São Paulo city center. Times Square is only 12mi from EWR by comparison. I haven't really found a clear reason why Newark shouldn't be lumped into the NYC code. Anyone else have any insights?
Thanks for the helpful answer, as well as the not so helpful answers. 🙄 I’m genuinely interested because, although New Jersey is not New York, it’s not like EWR has moved in the recent past. They’re all owned and operated by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. It was in New Jersey when they categorized it as a New York airport in the first place. What was the change that prompted IATA to act?
I have flown from all three. In all cases they were basically transiting, though a few times it was with an overnight stay. No issues with any of them. I have had to transit from EWR to JFK once after a major Cluster ***" at YYZ and the only option to make an onward (no interline / alliance) flight was to take the flight to EWR and take the NJ transit / NYC Subway and LIRR to get to JFK in time.
I am from New York, so I have flown in and out of all three many times. JFK is my favorite. Easiest access and good road links especially inside the airport.
Thank God, We finally get our Jersey Airport back. I can now relax and enjoy my Taylor Ham Egg and cheese sandwich while plane spotting from IKEA. Taylor Ham for Life.
I live at the Jersey shore, so EWR is by far the easiest for us. It’s an okay airport, the worst part is terminal A where after security you are stuck in a small waiting area. Luckily they are getting a new terminal to replace it!!!
I’ve flown to only one of the airports NY’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) but I’ve seen the runway view at New York Kennedy Airport (JFK) from the rooftop pool & observation bar at the TWA HOTEL located at JFK!
I have always tried to avoid JFK at all costs. I also ask relatives to try to arrange flights into Newark Liberty for ease of commute. Living in Jersey, it's a 3 to 4 hour ride to JFK on a good day - but there is seldom a good day without traffic! I'm sure New Yorkers feel the same way about travelling to EWR. Just be careful when making flight arrangements, as you might inadvertently choose a New York airport when you want Newark, NJ. Review flight details before booking!
How ironic, I just got back from a trip to NYC a couple days ago. As much as I really wanted to fly out of JFK to see all the big and numerous planes, it was just too expensive and my family had to choose LGA. It was a nice airport though with all the renovations!
For Me I Love Flying through JFK Airport on JetBlue Airways however Newark I Hoped to try next also I heard there upgrading both LaGuardia Airport & Newark Liberty Airport so more space.
No proper PATH extension yet out of EWR is a real blow. EWR is generally more expensive to fly into from JFK from LAX as well. Ubers out of EWR aren't cheap but by far the most expensive for Uber out of any of the 3 airports was recently LGA.
Having flown through all 3 airports, I would consider EWR to be the best (or least bad) option. Since it is the closest airport to midtown Manhattan, the decision to de-list EWR from NYC is perplexing to say the least.
Newark always comes up most convenient, but maybe because I live in a smaller European city. If you're flying between NYC and the major capitals JFK may be the place. I don't know what La Guardia is for.
i live within 10 minutes of newark airport and work there but sometimes find flights are cheaper from jfk but its not worth the hassle of getting there not driving
On one trip, I flew into JFK but stayed in NJ, and getting from one to the other. I've flown out of Newark. Fortunately I didn't have to transit between them, which would be awful, I think.
I live in NY. And have flown to all 3. I hate flying to EWR for the mere fact that it is expensive to get there for me. JFK and LGA are both 20 mins from me. EWR is 50. JFK and LGA is free to get to, I generally get driven or Ubered. But if I go to EWR there will be 2 expensive tolls,tolls that I can’t avoid, both averaging over $15. So it may not be worth it for me.
Been through all three over the years. Don't care for any of them. The rail connection at EWR was a mild improvement. I'd still rather use a smaller regional airport. It's a bizarre feeling to stand at the check-in, look over your shoulder out the front door and see your car where you've parked it.
I think everyone from the NY, NJ, CT area does it a different way. Getting everyone to agree on the "best" way is not realistic. Some people land at KALB, KSFW, KHPN, or KPHL and use the train or a hire car to make it to their eventual destination or connection. It's a game and in the end it's down to the consumer to figure it out. Local knowledge is your best friend. Personally, I like HPN & SWF.
I have never flown out of Newark but I have flown out of JFK and LGA numerous times. I understand that Newark is United’s big hub but I don’t fly on United which is probably the reason that I have not flown out of EWR.
Yes, thank you for sharing. I been recently hearing this situation about New York, and I continue to hope this change will not affect many travelers. I have used two of the airports there in New York which are LaGuardia and Newark. Both airports were fine in my travels.
I remember stories that people didnt really want to cross the bridge to use JFK. Personally last time i went through EWR i was on SK909 back in 2017. I expected tough Immigration since New york In general is the first point of entry and USCBP is tough. Easier than expected, but i curse to this day over my earwax cloth (due to earphones usage).
Now's a great time to be on the City of Newark's Tourism board. Millions of passengers a year coming in from all over the world to see the beautiful city of Newark lol.
The IATA name changes won't alter the clogged airspace for the 3 airports. Fly early in the day or just round your shoulders and negotiate the flight delays later in the day.
I didn't know that. Coincidentally, I watched a video of an Aer Lingus flight from Newark to Dublin this morning. It was on an Airbus A321. I also saw an ad for Aer Lingus about upgrading their short haul fleet with A320 neos.
Some of these airports around New York have the rudiest air traffic controllers who take no prisoners. Make a mistake and they will chew you up. No customer care shown here for flight crew who are slack.
I've flown through JFK twice. Once in 1991 on one of the last PANAM flights, where we had to spend 2 hours for immigration while one agent was constantly calling out 'Next... next, please... next'. And the second time was in 2007 with Delta to take a domestic flight to Syracuse. Airports are never my most fun spots to be in, more a necessary evil for international travel.
I always prefer going from EWR airport over JFK and Laguardia Airport. I've ever flown anywhere from Laguardia Airport. I used EWR and JFK. But prefer EWR as it's like a little over 25 mins from my house whereas JFK is like an hour away.
Used JFK and EWR internationally and JFK was better in my view. Passenger handling in EWR was gruesome, with only two immigration booths to welcome something like 4 or 5 international flights, meaning a two hour wait in my case. Security and boarding was also tough.
The IATA can do as they like. The real question is, what do people in NYC do? They use the airport. So call it a NY airport or not, it is still going to be a NY airport to those who live in the NY area. This is an academic question more than anything else that no person is going to really care about it unless it affects transferring between flights between airports because of cancelation. If the airlines change their rules and make it cost to change between airports when going and returning, then passengers will be mad.
Yes it’s because of the proximity of LaGuardia and JFK they have similar systems where they turn immediately to avoid overflying the other airports and the landing and taking off aircraft
You’re correct, but you’re talking about air traffic. The video is talking about ticketing and connections. As a retired controller, I can guarantee you the FAA still considers Newark as a NYC airport for traffic purposes.
@@arielmiguel1896 Who cares? There are plenty of examples of cities that are on the boarder of states, that doesn’t make the city exclusive to just one of the states. My point still stands and is valid
@@arielmiguel1896 why is that a problem? There are six official London airports. Heathrow and London City are both within London; Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead and Southend are all outside.
So basically nothing changes…this is basically the equivalent searching for Seoul’s airport and returning with Incheon, hell, technically YYZ isn’t in Toronto…yet you still find it for Toronto
Flew into JFK in 2017 with Delta, it was quite confusing especially with ground transport. But I'm flying into Newark next month, lets see if that's any better
I'm 1k on United. I'm very familiar with EWR, all the way back to the Continental days. I used LGA more when USAirways was still around. JFK I've only been through a few times. EWR seems to be the easiest to/from Manhattan because of the train. But west coast based now, so this limits how frequently I end up in EWR in general.
Let's face it. EWR was *always* in NJ. So what could possibly change? G-d forgive me, sometimes our American cousins' geography isn't the greatest - but how many are going to be wondering - how did they move Newark to New Jersey without anyone noticing? 🤷
This is common to several airports in different countries. Newark, while in NJ is in the New York Metro area. I live in NJ, I know some people have this irrational feeling that it shouldn't be a NYC airport. To yell you the truth, I don't care what the IATA calls it, as long as it doesn't change fares, connection flights etc... Even though you're wrong I do forgive you.
Flown into and out of EWR and JFK several times. EWR's immigration procedure is a nightmare compared to JFK. The irony of all this is that EWR is physically closer to New York than JFK... at the moment it won't make a jot of difference to me.
Since its commission, Newark has always been considered a New York metropolitan area airport, and will continue to be. There are also several other airports in the NY metro that while in jurisdictions outside of NYC proper, are nonetheless considered NY metropolitan area airports, like Teterboro, White Plains, Islip, etc. The true issue that defines an airline’s destination choices are ground handling equipment, and the ease by which an airline can book alternatives for the displaced passenger. Whoever at IATA came up with this hair-brained idea that Newark wasn’t a “New York airport” will soon be flipping burgers or driving a bread truck. That person doesn’t know the business.
LaGuardia is one of the worst airports, period...I have flown through there a couple of times from Canada and it is so small, cramped, run down and not many transport connections.
Used all 3...domestic flights, LGA is best....JFK good for intl. Never did use ewr for intl....only domestic...wasn't good or bad...was just ok...that's my two cents.
I have flown through all of the nyc airports and I hate to say it but Newark is probably the best, though still terrible. Depending on the price the best option is flying into Philadelphia and taking the train to NYC which is only around 90 minutes. Philly international is far better
I live in northern Ocean County, NJ. If I fly to Florida I use Atlantic City. I have used all 3 NY airports and Philadelphia. Only one I like is Atlantic City. small, cheaper parking. Only downside is Spirit, and usually cheaper than the other airports.
Newark Airport is actually easier to get to Midtown Manhattan than the other two if you are using public transportation. The least convenient to me is JFK... unless you are driving yourself or just taking a cab or ride share. All NYC airports are not near the city center, its why Amtrak trains are often a better choice in the Northeast for commutes from Washington DC, Boston and certainly from Philadelphia.
I’ve always found Newark to be my least preferred airport. You’re always sitting on the ground for a long time waiting to get in the air. New Jersey is just the Mississippi of the north.
Newark actually has better public transit connections to Manhattan than the other two. The only thing that might change would be if any airlines book cross-city connections between these 3.
I’m not super familiar with NYC- Do the NJ Transit trains at EWR provide a faster way into Manhattan than the services at LGA and JFK?
@@coyotelong4349 JFK to Manhattan is probably the fastest by public transportation. But is definitely followed closely by EWR.
I live in NJ, and have flown out of EWR a few times. My overall experience seemed like any other airport; neither especially bad nor especially good. I found it easier to park at Newark-Liberty than at the other two local major airports, however.
Newark is also my local airport and it is a meh airport we sometimes go to jfk for long flights
Same! I uber though.
Yeah the rail link is also much better than the public transportation options at the other airports.
As someone who has never used EWR but has used both LGA and JFK, EWR almost seems like a hybrid of the other two
Big like JFK but with mostly domestic flights like LGA (other than United’s international services)
I’ve flown through all 3, for international flights JFK is undisputed and my preferred option. However on a few occasions I’ve used JFK for departure and Newark for arrival and vice versa. Getting to Newark from the outer boroughs (mainly Brooklyn and Queens) is more of a headache.
From SI it's definitely easier to get to EWR…
You damn right
THIS IS NEWARK!!!!!
I agree...TJR
Back in 96, we flew into Newark from Frankfurt on a family holiday to the US. After landing there we had to transit over to JFK to wait for our luggage which was put on another flight as it had been left behind on our flight. Lufthansa paid for our taxi over to JFK because of the mess up.
Not sure who lobbied for this, but the gist of it is that only will ticket changes within "NYC" change, but also pricing. So When changing from a LGA to EWR flight, you will be stuck paying greater fare difference.
Since EWR is star alliance ( United and friends) and JFK is everyone else, I suspect it was "everyone else" who lobbied to exlcude United from "New York". The changes to make EWR less competitive will be gradual over a few years.
Air Canada fare rules still treat all 3 airport the same. (though they only serve LGA and EWR).
I beleive NYC also includes HPN (Westchester county airport).
I heard it was Lufthansa that lobbied for this change, saw it somewhere but I’m not sure.
It didn't come from the 3 airports, all 3 are owned and operated by the Port Authority of New York/ New Jersey. I tend to believe what Nelson said, maybe Lufthansa or a group of other airlines.
@@97nelsnI think Lufthansa lobbied for Air Canada to prevent the Emirates expansion in Canada and Germany
I lived in Halifax about 10 years ago. I fly back to China once a year to visit my family, I love changing flight in NYC. I enjoy flying into EWR in the morning, explore the city for a day and leave JFK in the evening. NYC is my favourite city in the world so I really enjoy this free NYC day trip.
I grew up in Montclair, NJ and Newark, NJ. EWR was always my choice of airport to depart from due to the close proximity and ease of parking. I have flown in and out of all three aforementioned airports, and I've flown in and out of KHPN - Westchester County Airport/White Plains.
Flown through all of these airports and try to avoid connections in all of them but sometimes unavoidable as JFK is a major international hub and can go direct to a lot of other destinations that you can’t from other east coast airports.
I have flown into and out of all 3. I also had to catch a cab from KJFK to KLGA for a flight with delta that was delayed due to mechanical issues. That was a hassle and a $45 cab ride. I honestly hate flying into or out of KEWR due to the smell of the refineries that you an see on takeoff or touchdowns. It is one of the main reasons why I always fly into KLGA or KJFK when flying back home.
Knowing how those things are managed in the US, most likely, the airlines will take this opportunity to charge extra fees for airport change, plus tax and tips that are not frowned upon either.
Exactly...anyway to make a buck
Flew to JFK in Febuary and departed from EWR on the same trip. It was just bookable, as it was the same airport, with a little note on the bookingpage...
Great video, but WHY did IATA make this change?
Because New Jersey is New Jersey. Not New York.
@@Kevci4 This shouldn't really matter. Lots of cities have airports in different states. For example, IAD and BWI are both searchable under WAS, but in different states (and neither is in DC) and Cincinnati's airport is in Kentucky, and not Ohio.
And distance isn't a big factor here either. For example, VCP is lumped in the SAO code for example, but is over 60 miles from the São Paulo city center. Times Square is only 12mi from EWR by comparison. I haven't really found a clear reason why Newark shouldn't be lumped into the NYC code. Anyone else have any insights?
@@Kevci4 Black is lack because it’s not White. Another non-answer answer
Because NJ wants to feel special.
Thanks for the helpful answer, as well as the not so helpful answers. 🙄
I’m genuinely interested because, although New Jersey is not New York, it’s not like EWR has moved in the recent past. They’re all owned and operated by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. It was in New Jersey when they categorized it as a New York airport in the first place. What was the change that prompted IATA to act?
I have flown from all three. In all cases they were basically transiting, though a few times it was with an overnight stay. No issues with any of them. I have had to transit from EWR to JFK once after a major Cluster ***" at YYZ and the only option to make an onward (no interline / alliance) flight was to take the flight to EWR and take the NJ transit / NYC Subway and LIRR to get to JFK in time.
I am from New York, so I have flown in and out of all three many times. JFK is my favorite. Easiest access and good road links especially inside the airport.
Thank God, We finally get our Jersey Airport back. I can now relax and enjoy my Taylor Ham Egg and cheese sandwich while plane spotting from IKEA. Taylor Ham for Life.
Lol, this right here
I've only flown into and out of EWR and never had any issues.
I love Newark-Liberty, they did a great job in upgrading this airport.
But the food + drink available there is very Pricey
Plus chaotic TSA line at Terminal C (United) still after all the “back to normal” after the covid.
I live at the Jersey shore, so EWR is by far the easiest for us. It’s an okay airport, the worst part is terminal A where after security you are stuck in a small waiting area. Luckily they are getting a new terminal to replace it!!!
I’ve flown to only one of the airports NY’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) but I’ve seen the runway view at New York Kennedy Airport (JFK) from the rooftop pool & observation bar at the TWA HOTEL located at JFK!
I have always tried to avoid JFK at all costs. I also ask relatives to try to arrange flights into Newark Liberty for ease of commute. Living in Jersey, it's a 3 to 4 hour ride to JFK on a good day - but there is seldom a good day without traffic! I'm sure New Yorkers feel the same way about travelling to EWR. Just be careful when making flight arrangements, as you might inadvertently choose a New York airport when you want Newark, NJ. Review flight details before booking!
Who lives in Joizey...?
How ironic, I just got back from a trip to NYC a couple days ago. As much as I really wanted to fly out of JFK to see all the big and numerous planes, it was just too expensive and my family had to choose LGA. It was a nice airport though with all the renovations!
For Me I Love Flying through JFK Airport on JetBlue Airways however Newark I Hoped to try next also I heard there upgrading both LaGuardia Airport & Newark Liberty Airport so more space.
I use all three. The renovated LaGuardia is amazing
Yes flew in and out all three airport in NYC. Even had to change from JFK to LGA a couple of times…
I was doing my first European trip
And it was $100 cheaper to fly into Newark but I needed to transfer to JFK and the taxi charged me $300
What the video didn't answer is WHY IATA decided to remove Newark and no longer consider it a NYC airport
No proper PATH extension yet out of EWR is a real blow. EWR is generally more expensive to fly into from JFK from LAX as well. Ubers out of EWR aren't cheap but by far the most expensive for Uber out of any of the 3 airports was recently LGA.
Having flown through all 3 airports, I would consider EWR to be the best (or least bad) option. Since it is the closest airport to midtown Manhattan, the decision to de-list EWR from NYC is perplexing to say the least.
Darlingg, LaGuardia is closer to Manhattan. Newark is closer to the Goombahs in Joizey!
Newark always comes up most convenient, but maybe because I live in a smaller European city. If you're flying between NYC and the major capitals JFK may be the place. I don't know what La Guardia is for.
i live within 10 minutes of newark airport and work there but sometimes find flights are cheaper from jfk but its not worth the hassle of getting there not driving
I've flown in and out of all 3. I've had to transfer from JFK to LaGuardia coming home from Switzerland. Have never had a problem with any of them.
On one trip, I flew into JFK but stayed in NJ, and getting from one to the other. I've flown out of Newark. Fortunately I didn't have to transit between them, which would be awful, I think.
I live in NY. And have flown to all 3. I hate flying to EWR for the mere fact that it is expensive to get there for me. JFK and LGA are both 20 mins from me. EWR is 50. JFK and LGA is free to get to, I generally get driven or Ubered. But if I go to EWR there will be 2 expensive tolls,tolls that I can’t avoid, both averaging over $15. So it may not be worth it for me.
I live in the city of NY so I only use JFK or LGA. I have nothing against EWR but I don't want to deal with tolls when taking an Uber.
Been through all three over the years. Don't care for any of them. The rail connection at EWR was a mild improvement. I'd still rather use a smaller regional airport. It's a bizarre feeling to stand at the check-in, look over your shoulder out the front door and see your car where you've parked it.
Can anyone here explain to me why planes suddenly do a bank a few hundred feets after takeoff at EWR
Noise abatement procedures.
@@Kevci4 ah yes, because it is a residential area
I think everyone from the NY, NJ, CT area does it a different way. Getting everyone to agree on the "best" way is not realistic. Some people land at KALB, KSFW, KHPN, or KPHL and use the train or a hire car to make it to their eventual destination or connection. It's a game and in the end it's down to the consumer to figure it out. Local knowledge is your best friend. Personally, I like HPN & SWF.
I have never flown out of Newark but I have flown out of JFK and LGA numerous times. I understand that Newark is United’s big hub but I don’t fly on United which is probably the reason that I have not flown out of EWR.
Yes, thank you for sharing. I been recently hearing this situation about New York, and I continue to hope this change will not affect many travelers. I have used two of the airports there in New York which are LaGuardia and Newark. Both airports were fine in my travels.
I remember stories that people didnt really want to cross the bridge to use JFK.
Personally last time i went through EWR i was on SK909 back in 2017.
I expected tough Immigration since New york In general is the first point of entry and USCBP is tough.
Easier than expected, but i curse to this day over my earwax cloth (due to earphones usage).
Now's a great time to be on the City of Newark's Tourism board. Millions of passengers a year coming in from all over the world to see the beautiful city of Newark lol.
I flew through Newark in 2018. The airport layout was completely disorganised.
The IATA name changes won't alter the clogged airspace for the 3 airports. Fly early in the day or just round your shoulders and negotiate the flight delays later in the day.
EWR best airport and closer to Manhattan 😍👍🛫
I didn't know that. Coincidentally, I watched a video of an Aer Lingus flight from Newark to Dublin this morning. It was on an Airbus A321. I also saw an ad for Aer Lingus about upgrading their short haul fleet with A320 neos.
I landed in JFK often when I was travelling with Commercial that was a long time ago….. I started landing at Teteborro after that..
Some of these airports around New York have the rudiest air traffic controllers who take no prisoners.
Make a mistake and they will chew you up.
No customer care shown here for flight crew who are slack.
Next step, New Jersey Jets and New Jersey Giants!
Flown through JFK and LGA a lot over the past forty years. EWK is the only one I have never flown in or out of.
I've flown through JFK twice. Once in 1991 on one of the last PANAM flights, where we had to spend 2 hours for immigration while one agent was constantly calling out 'Next... next, please... next'. And the second time was in 2007 with Delta to take a domestic flight to Syracuse. Airports are never my most fun spots to be in, more a necessary evil for international travel.
I always prefer going from EWR airport over JFK and Laguardia Airport. I've ever flown anywhere from Laguardia Airport. I used EWR and JFK. But prefer EWR as it's like a little over 25 mins from my house whereas JFK is like an hour away.
Used JFK and EWR internationally and JFK was better in my view. Passenger handling in EWR was gruesome, with only two immigration booths to welcome something like 4 or 5 international flights, meaning a two hour wait in my case. Security and boarding was also tough.
Newark is the most underrated airport in America
ok, one question: but why?
The IATA can do as they like. The real question is, what do people in NYC do? They use the airport. So call it a NY airport or not, it is still going to be a NY airport to those who live in the NY area. This is an academic question more than anything else that no person is going to really care about it unless it affects transferring between flights between airports because of cancelation. If the airlines change their rules and make it cost to change between airports when going and returning, then passengers will be mad.
I go to Jfk almost every summer.
Yes it’s because of the proximity of LaGuardia and JFK they have similar systems where they turn immediately to avoid overflying the other airports and the landing and taking off aircraft
You’re correct, but you’re talking about air traffic. The video is talking about ticketing and connections. As a retired controller, I can guarantee you the FAA still considers Newark as a NYC airport for traffic purposes.
I was responding to one of the questions in the comments
Considering Newark is literally closer to Manhattan than JFK, this is BS to not considering it a NYC airport.
Problem is that JFK is in NYC, Newark is not.
@@arielmiguel1896 Who cares? There are plenty of examples of cities that are on the boarder of states, that doesn’t make the city exclusive to just one of the states. My point still stands and is valid
@@arielmiguel1896 why is that a problem? There are six official London airports. Heathrow and London City are both within London; Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead and Southend are all outside.
My name is Viktor Navorski and I got stuck at JFK for a year.
So basically nothing changes…this is basically the equivalent searching for Seoul’s airport and returning with Incheon, hell, technically YYZ isn’t in Toronto…yet you still find it for Toronto
I love ❤️ all 3 airports….
Why?
Flew into JFK in 2017 with Delta, it was quite confusing especially with ground transport. But I'm flying into Newark next month, lets see if that's any better
What difference does it make, it is still in the same location. Will this make airfares to Newark cheaper?
It means that if you want to fly to New York and you search to fly to New York, it will not offer the option to fly to Newark
Ironically, Newark is the only NYC airport I haven’t been to… 😅
I’ve only ever had bad experiences at EWR. JFK isn’t too much better, however. Transiting by train between the two is a pain
EWR is the one I try hardest to avoid
No it won't have an effect travelers. It's an accounting issue with IATA.
I'm 1k on United. I'm very familiar with EWR, all the way back to the Continental days. I used LGA more when USAirways was still around. JFK I've only been through a few times. EWR seems to be the easiest to/from Manhattan because of the train. But west coast based now, so this limits how frequently I end up in EWR in general.
I've flown from both JFK and EWR from London
How come it was under New York!!!
There should be no problems. Most of the same airlines fly out of Newark as they have in JFK and LGA.
Let's face it. EWR was *always* in NJ. So what could possibly change?
G-d forgive me, sometimes our American cousins' geography isn't the greatest - but how many are going to be wondering - how did they move Newark to New Jersey without anyone noticing? 🤷
Its always been in NJ
This is common to several airports in different countries. Newark, while in NJ is in the New York Metro area. I live in NJ, I know some people have this irrational feeling that it shouldn't be a NYC airport. To yell you the truth, I don't care what the IATA calls it, as long as it doesn't change fares, connection flights etc... Even though you're wrong I do forgive you.
IATA should never let an airport hold a city's name if it's not close enough to it.
Flown into and out of EWR and JFK several times. EWR's immigration procedure is a nightmare compared to JFK. The irony of all this is that EWR is physically closer to New York than JFK... at the moment it won't make a jot of difference to me.
Buffalo LaGuardia three times a flight Newark international once never flew out of JFK
I have, unfortunately, flown in and out of all three NY airports. All terrible.
I have flown to and from EWR and LGA. Not JFK yet.
This stinks of taxes and fee applied to the airlines by the city and state of NY. New Jersey probably push this..
Since its commission, Newark has always been considered a New York metropolitan area airport, and will continue to be. There are also several other airports in the NY metro that while in jurisdictions outside of NYC proper, are nonetheless considered NY metropolitan area airports, like Teterboro, White Plains, Islip, etc. The true issue that defines an airline’s destination choices are ground handling equipment, and the ease by which an airline can book alternatives for the displaced passenger.
Whoever at IATA came up with this hair-brained idea that Newark wasn’t a “New York airport” will soon be flipping burgers or driving a bread truck. That person doesn’t know the business.
They can't drive a bread truck, commercial drivers license. They won't get passed the drug screening.
LaGuardia is one of the worst airports, period...I have flown through there a couple of times from Canada and it is so small, cramped, run down and not many transport connections.
Who really cares unless it lowers your flight cost.
Great! Now no one has to suffer to the worlds worst airline 😊
Used all 3...domestic flights, LGA is best....JFK good for intl. Never did use ewr for intl....only domestic...wasn't good or bad...was just ok...that's my two cents.
Been to LGA only once. It sucked!!
With online gambling legal in new Jersey doesn't that mean travellers can gamble on the airport WiFi now?
I have fly out all the airport in nyc But I like New Jersey better cause it’s faster to get into New York then going to JFK
I still like Newark it’s more convenient by nj transit and myself and my family are star alliance members
Long island MacArthur is the way to go
I have flown through all of the nyc airports and I hate to say it but Newark is probably the best, though still terrible. Depending on the price the best option is flying into Philadelphia and taking the train to NYC which is only around 90 minutes. Philly international is far better
I live in northern Ocean County, NJ. If I fly to Florida I use Atlantic City. I have used all 3 NY airports and Philadelphia. Only one I like is Atlantic City. small, cheaper parking. Only downside is Spirit, and usually cheaper than the other airports.
Newark Airport is actually easier to get to Midtown Manhattan than the other two if you are using public transportation. The least convenient to me is JFK... unless you are driving yourself or just taking a cab or ride share. All NYC airports are not near the city center, its why Amtrak trains are often a better choice in the Northeast for commutes from Washington DC, Boston and certainly from Philadelphia.
I’ve always found Newark to be my least preferred airport. You’re always sitting on the ground for a long time waiting to get in the air. New Jersey is just the Mississippi of the north.
Will Newark still be under the control of the New York/New Jersey Port Authority?
3 of the worst airports I've ever been to, particularly Newark
Take the train
tl;dw, No
Done a few flights through JFK and 1 through Newark, personally prefer JFK
It was Never in NYC
I've had nothing but horrible experiences at Newark and won't use it unless there are absolutely no options out of JFK or LaGuardia.
I flew into JFK