Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has announced an impressive lineup of long-haul nonstop flights for 2026, with routes extending up to an extraordinary 9,500 miles. This airport, located in New Jersey, serves as a major hub for United Airlines and offers travelers an alternative to the busier John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City.
The standout route for 2026 is operated by Singapore Airlines, connecting Newark to Changi Airport (SIN) in Singapore. This flight covers approximately 9,484 miles (15,263 km) and has a scheduled block time of around 19 hours and 10 minutes from Newark and 17 hours and 50 minutes from Singapore. The airline utilizes the Airbus A350-900ULR, a model designed specifically for ultra-long-range travel, and features only premium seating—67 business class flatbeds and 94 premium economy recliners.
Top Long-Haul Routes from Newark
Following Singapore Airlines, Newark’s next longest routes range between 7,000 and 8,000 miles. The second longest is a route to Johannesburg (JNB) in South Africa, measuring 7,988 miles (12,855 km), with United Airlines operating this flight nearly daily in 2026, totaling 343 departures for the year. This service also utilizes the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, which is noted for its efficiency and comfort in long-haul travel.
United Airlines continues to dominate the long-haul offerings from Newark with its third-longest route, serving Cape Town (CPT) at a distance of 7,816 miles (12,579 km). This route will operate between 12 to 18 times a month in 2026, reflecting the carrier’s commitment to expanding its reach to South Africa.
The fourth and fifth positions on the list feature routes to India. The longest of these is the connection to Mumbai (BOM), which is 7,806 miles (12,563 km) from Newark. This route is serviced 12 to 14 times a month by Air India’s Boeing 777-300ERs. Meanwhile, United Airlines also competes on the route to Delhi (DEL), which spans 7,323 miles (11,785 km) and is operated daily.
Additional Notable Nonstop Services
Ethiopian Airlines adds to Newark’s extensive long-haul service with its sixth-longest route, which connects to Addis Ababa (ADD) at a distance of 6,985 miles (11,241 km). This route will see up to 14 monthly departures using the Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 models.
United Airlines also operates a notable route to Seoul (ICN) in South Korea, covering 6,897 miles (11,100 km). This new service will utilize the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and further enhances Newark’s international connectivity.
Additionally, the eighth-longest route is to Dubai (DXB), located approximately 6,861 miles (11,042 km) from Newark. This corridor is also served by United Airlines. Notably, Emirates, the UAE’s flagship carrier, does serve Newark, but routes through Athens rather than offering nonstop service.
Rounding out the top ten longest nonstop flights are the routes to Tokyo Haneda (HND) at 6,760 miles (10,879 km) and to Tokyo Narita (NRT), which is 6,732 miles (10,834 km) from Newark.
As Newark Liberty International Airport prepares for 2026, these long-haul flights signify a growing trend in international travel, catering to passengers seeking both comfort and connectivity across the globe.
