Navigating Newark: What Travelers Need to Know About Recent Flight Cancellations

If You’re Flying From Newark, Here’s What You Should Know About United’s Recent Flight Cancellations

Travelers flying through Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), especially with United Airlines, may have heard about the recent spike in flight delays and cancellations. Over the past week, United Airlines has proactively canceled around 35 roundtrip flights per day due to a combination of staffing shortages and ongoing runway construction at Newark.

If you’re flying internationally (like many of our travelers heading to Europe), the good news is that international flights have mostly remained unaffected, including flights to Dublin and Shannon.

🛑 Which Flights Are Being Canceled?

United Airlines has been trimming its domestic schedule—primarily short and mid-range flights during peak congestion hours (afternoons and evenings).

Here are the United Airlines flights from Newark most affected by recent cancellations — mostly domestic routes and rotated daily to ease congestion.

These cancellations often include both the outbound and return legs (roundtrip), meaning the entire flight schedule is removed for that day. The cuts are being rotated daily to reduce operational pressure without fully suspending any route long-term.

✈️ What to Expect If You're Traveling Soon

For travelers booked on international routes (like Ireland, Italy, or Greece), your flights are expected to operate normally, and we will notify you of any changes. If you're flying domestically before or after an international trip, allow extra time for potential rebooking.

Here’s what we recommend:

✔️ Check your flight status regularly

Use your airline’s app or website to track any schedule updates, gate changes, or cancellations. We also keep an eye on your itinerary and will alert you if anything changes.

✔️ Arrive early to the airport

Longer lines at check-in and security are likely due to delays and rescheduled flights. Give yourself extra time to avoid stress.

✔️ You’re protected

If you booked through us, many of you opted for travel insurance, which is your safety net in case of a last-minute cancellation or delay. This can cover rebooking, hotel stays, or unexpected costs.

✔️ We're here for you

If you experience a delay or cancellation, reach out immediately. We can assist with alternate arrangements or travel claims.

In Summary

While these cancellations can seem unsettling, most are strategic and pre-planned by United to ease traffic flow at Newark. If you're flying abroad, your trip is very likely to remain unaffected. For domestic connections or weekend flights, keep an eye on updates, and rest assured we’re monitoring things closely for you.