What we know about the delays at Newark airport caused by staffing shortages

Published May 5, 2025 2:53pm ET



Flights have been delayed at Newark Liberty International Airport, ranked the 14th busiest airport in the country, by an average of four hours since Sunday.

Officials have blamed staffing problems and technical challenges.

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