Newark Liberty to Queen Beatrix International
1964 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 4h 21m with 6 airlines operating direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Queen Beatrix International (AUA). Cheapest fares are usually in January (around $249 return), with peak prices in August (around $747). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.
Flying from Newark Liberty
Newark Liberty serves as one of New York's three primary airports and United's principal East Coast hub. Three terminals A, B and C connect via the AirTrain people mover to the NJ Transit and Amtrak rail station, with NJ Transit reaching New York Penn Station in 25 minutes for around $16. Newark fares are typically a few dollars cheaper than JFK on the same routes thanks to United's heavy capacity; international long-haul is the deepest of the three NYC airports for European destinations.
Arriving in Aruba
Queen Beatrix International on Aruba is the southern-Caribbean island's only airport, 3 km southeast of downtown Oranjestad. US Customs and Border Protection pre-clearance operates here — passengers clear US immigration before boarding, arriving in the US as domestic flights. Fares peak November–April when northern winters push demand; the rest of the year is significantly cheaper, and Aruba sits south of the typical hurricane belt.
Who flies EWR to AUA?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| United Airlines | UA | 4h 21m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 4h 21m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 4h 21m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 4h 21m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 4h 21m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 4h 21m | Economy |
6 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Best time to fly EWR→AUA
Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.
Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.
Newark to Aruba FAQs
Direct flights from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Queen Beatrix International (AUA) take approximately 4h 21m for the 1964-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
January is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $249. August is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.
6 carriers operate direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Queen Beatrix International (AUA): United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and 1 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — United Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
Visa-free for US passport holders up to 30 days. ED (Embarkation and Disembarkation) form required online before arrival. US CBP pre-clearance at AUA — flights arrive in the US as domestic. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Queen Beatrix International (AUA) is the primary international airport for Aruba. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.