Crossing time zones into Newark (EWR) takes a toll — recovery has to be deliberate. Aircrew Travel plans Newark around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Newark
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at EWR. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Americas time zones during a Newark layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Newark
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Newark layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to EWR.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Newark?
Very much. A short transfer from EWR and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.