Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Douala's timezone is UTC+1, making Douala five hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you get on your EWR to DLA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EWR and DLA:
Brussels Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Douala Airport (DLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport flight is RM3,582. A return fare right now is RM4,296. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from EWR to DLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR's address is Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights that take off from Newark Liberty International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Newark Liberty International Airport from central New York, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to EWR:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Venture beyond Douala and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Douala Airport rental car from Avis.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Douala Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your travel date.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Douala. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Douala. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to DLA in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've seen Douala, now it's time to explore other corners of Cameroon. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to tick off its leading sights. From National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde) to Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe, your itinerary will be busy.
Bamenda is another favourite destination in Cameroon and is around 209 kilometres north of Douala. No journey is complete without experiencing Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.