Air China does not fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). It is not among the 38 airlines in the Port Authority's current Newark airline directory. In the New York area, the Port Authority lists Air China at Terminal 1 of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This guide explains what that means for your trip, what to know about JFK Terminal 1 and how to get there from Manhattan.
Does Air China fly from Newark Airport?
No. Older guides placed Air China in Newark's Terminal B, but the current Newark directory does not list the airline at any terminal.
If your itinerary shows a flight from Newark with an Air China flight number, check which airline actually operates it. The operating airline's terminal is the one you need, and your booking or the operating airline can confirm it.
Air China Terminal at JFK
The phone number and terminal below come from the Port Authority's JFK airline directory. Terminal assignments can change, so confirm with Air China before you travel.
| Airline | Phone Number | IATA Code | Airport | Terminal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air China | (800) 882-8122 | CA | JFK | Terminal 1 |
For a full guide to the JFK side of your trip, see Air China terminal JFK.
Key Takeaways
- Air China does not serve Newark. It flies from Terminal 1 at JFK.
- Every Terminal 1 gate is about 1 to 5 minutes' walk from security.
- The New Terminal One is under construction at JFK, with its first gates scheduled to open in 2026.
- BLADE offers flights between Manhattan and JFK or Newark in about 5 minutes, from $195 per seat.
Preparing for Your Flight with Air China
Check-In and Boarding with Air China
Air China sets its own check-in opening and cutoff times, online check-in window and bag allowances. Check them with the airline before you leave, and allow extra time for passport and visa checks on an international flight.
JFK Terminal 1 serves several major international airlines, including Air France, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS and Korean Air. After security, the Port Authority lists walk times of 1 to 5 minutes to all gates.
Security Fast-Tracks: TSA PreCheck and Global Entry
Check with Air China and the TSA whether your booking qualifies for TSA PreCheck. On the way home, international arrivals go through U.S. Customs, where Global Entry and the Mobile Passport Control app can speed things up for eligible travelers. If you are connecting to a U.S. flight, collect your bags, recheck them and pass through security again.
What is changing at JFK Terminal 1
The New Terminal One, which is replacing the current Terminal 1, is under construction. Its first gates are scheduled to open in 2026, and it will be an all-international terminal with 23 gates. Check your airline's terminal close to your travel date in case it changes.
Navigating to Air China at Newark Liberty International Airport
If you have arrived at Newark expecting an Air China flight, you will need to get to JFK. BLADE's scheduled airport service runs between Manhattan and JFK or Newark, not between the two airports, so plan the transfer by road or rail and allow plenty of time.
Smooth Transfers: Connecting Between Terminals
If you are connecting at Newark to another airline, AirTrain Newark is free between terminals, parking, the rental car center and hotel shuttles. The Port Authority says a trip between terminals takes under 20 minutes. AirTrain does not connect directly to Terminal A, which is a 15-minute walk on a covered pathway or a 5-minute shuttle ride.
Ground Transportation to and from Air China's Terminal
By helicopter with BLADE
By road, the time it takes to reach JFK depends on traffic. A helicopter flight with BLADE takes about 5 minutes.
BLADE offers scheduled flights between Manhattan and JFK from $195 per seat. BLADE's Manhattan lounges are at the West 30th Street Heliport, the East 34th Street Heliport and the Wall St. Heliport. After you land at the airport, a BLADE vehicle drives you to your departure terminal, in this case Terminal 1. All BLADE flights in the United States are operated by DOT and FAA licensed carriers.
- Booking. You can book in the BLADE app up to 30 minutes before takeoff. A $45 late booking fee applies to flights to NYC airports booked within one hour of departure.
- Bags. Each passenger can bring one carry-on (22 x 16 x 9 inches) and one personal item, up to 25 lbs combined. For checked-size bags, BLADE offers Tote Taxi and Bags VIP delivery upgrades.
- Coming home. BLADE tracks your incoming flight, and a BLADE vehicle meets you at the arrivals terminal for the short drive to your helicopter.
By train, taxi or car
- Subway. Take the E, J or Z to Jamaica, or the A to Howard Beach, then AirTrain to Terminal 1. The total one-way fare is $11.75, including the $8.75 AirTrain fare.
- Long Island Rail Road. Ride to Jamaica, then AirTrain. The combined fare is $14 off-peak or $16 peak.
- Taxi. Taxis charge a $70 flat fare between JFK and Manhattan, plus surcharges, including a $5 surcharge on weekdays from 4 to 8 p.m.
- Parking. The Terminal 1 (Green) lot is closed. The Port Authority directs drivers to the Terminal 8 (Red) lot, connected to Terminal 1 by AirTrain.
Find airline terminal locations at Newark airport or airline terminal locations at JFK airport to check another airline.
Bottom Line: Air China Terminal EWR Airport
Air China has no terminal at Newark. It flies from Terminal 1 at JFK. Confirm the operating airline on your booking, then plan your trip to JFK. From Manhattan, BLADE can get you to JFK in about 5 minutes, with a BLADE vehicle taking you on to Terminal 1.
FAQs about Air China Terminal at EWR
Which terminal is Air China at Newark Airport?
None. Air China is not listed at Newark. In New York, it flies from Terminal 1 at JFK.
How do I know what terminal I am flying from?
Check your booking confirmation, your boarding pass or the airline's website close to your departure date, and the departure screens at the airport. The Port Authority's airline directories for JFK and Newark also list each airline's terminal.
Who uses Terminal A at EWR?
Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue and United operate from Terminal A at Newark. United also uses Terminal C.
Which terminal is international flights at Newark?
Most international airlines at Newark use Terminal B. United departs from Terminals C and A.
Which Terminal is Air Canada at Newark Airport?
Find Air Canada terminal Newark here. Air Canada is in Terminal A at Newark, with check-in on Level 3.
Which Terminal is Air France at Newark Airport?
Find Air France terminal Newark here. Air France is in Terminal B at Newark, with check-in on Level 2.
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