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AnchorageNewark

Flights from Anchorage (ANC) to Newark (EWR)

Timezone shift+4hDirectioneastboundFlight time6h 59mDistance5,406 kmDirect1 airlines

Route Profile

Distance

5,406 km

Fastest Flight

6h 59m

Timezone Shift

+4h

Direct Airlines

1

AlliancesStar AllianceSkyTeamOneworld
ClassesEconomyPremium EconomyBusinessFirst
Schedulesumotuwethfrsa
Aircraft
Boeing 737 MAX 8

Anchorage to Newark Flights

Flights from Anchorage to Newark are operated 5 times a week. Departures are at 20:20. You can fly in Y and W and J and F. The flight distance is 5,406 km (3,359 miles).

Arrival Windows

Best times to arrive for faster recovery

Best vs Worst Arrival Times in Newark

Best Arrival

7AM7PM

Morning light helps you stay awake longer

Worst Arrival

9PM5AM

Arriving during your body's sleep window makes adjustment harder

The difference: choosing the right arrival window can save 1–2+ days of recovery time.

Arrival Strategy for Newark

How to manage jetlag based on arrival time

Morning Arrival

Upon morning arrival, immediately engage with local time by getting natural sunlight and staying active. Avoid long naps and consume light, nutritious meals to help reset your circadian rhythm.

Afternoon Arrival

Afternoon arrivals should minimize caffeine and exposure to screens. Take a short 20-30 minute nap if necessary, but ensure it doesn't extend beyond that to prevent deeper sleep disruption.

Evening Arrival

For evening arrivals, limit heavy meals and alcohol. Create a dark, quiet sleep environment and aim to align with local nighttime as quickly as possible to minimize jetlag impact.

Best Time to Visit Newark

Monthly climate overview

Humid continental

Jan

4°

-2°

89mm

Feb

6°

-1°

75mm

Mar

11°

3°

102mm

Apr

17°

8°

114mm

May

22°

13°

107mm

Jun

27°

18°

99mm

Jul

30°

21°

114mm

Aug

29°

21°

108mm

Sep

26°

17°

102mm

Oct

19°

11°

89mm

Nov

13°

6°

95mm

Dec

7°

0°

89mm

Jetlag Preparation

Before Flight

  • Start adjusting sleep schedule 2-3 days before departure
  • Stay well hydrated in the days before travel

During Flight

  • Stay hydrated - drink water regularly
  • Avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine
  • Try to sleep during the flight to arrive refreshed

After Arrival

  • Get morning sunlight to help reset your circadian rhythm
  • Avoid napping - stay awake until local bedtime

Airport Recovery Facilities

Jetlag-friendly amenities at each airport

ANC

Sleep Pods
Quiet Zones
Showers
Lounge Beds

Comfort: 1.4/10

EWR

Sleep Pods
Quiet Zones
Showers
Lounge Beds

Comfort: 3.0/10

Min connection: 60min

Top Airlines

Nonstop service on this route

UA
United Airlines
20:20Boeing 737 MAX 86h 59m
UA
United Airlines
20:20Boeing 737 MAX 86h 59m
UA
United Airlines
20:20Boeing 737 MAX 86h 59m

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Anchorage to Newark Jetlag Recovery Guide

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