Guide · Updated September 2026
Newark Airport Terminal C guide
Terminal C is United Airlines' home at Newark. Here is what to know before you fly: which United flights use it, how the concourses work, where the lounges are and how to get dropped off and picked up.
What terminal is United at Newark Airport?
Most United flights use Terminal C, both domestic and international. Some United Express flights operate from Terminal A, and some United international arrivals use Terminal B, so always check your boarding pass. Terminal assignments change. Always confirm your terminal on your boarding pass or in your airline's app before you leave home.
Terminal C layout
Terminal C has three concourses: C1, C2 and C3, with about 50 gates in total. They connect behind security, so you can walk between concourses without clearing security again.
Lounges in Terminal C
Terminal C has United's Polaris lounge for eligible international premium travelers and United Club locations. Check United's app for current hours and access rules.
Food in Terminal C
Terminal C has sit-down restaurants, grab-and-go markets and coffee across all three concourses, with many spots offering tablet or app ordering. Leave extra time if you want a sit-down meal before boarding.
Security at Terminal C
Terminal C is one of the busiest checkpoints at EWR during morning and evening banks of United departures. Check live wait times before you leave and see our guide to Newark TSA wait times and how early to leave.
Getting dropped off at Terminal C
Our chauffeurs drop you at the Terminal C departures curb, closest to your airline's check-in. From most North Jersey towns, our Newark Airport car service is $160 flat, tolls included.
Getting picked up at Terminal C
Uber and Lyft pickups at Terminal C moved off the curb to Floor 3 of the Terminal C Garage in June 2026. With a car service, we confirm your meeting point before you fly and time pickup to your landing. See the full Newark Airport pickup guide.
Other terminals: Terminal A, Terminal B. Overview: which airlines use each terminal.
FAQ
Quick answers
What terminal is United at Newark Airport?
Most United flights use Terminal C. Some United Express flights use Terminal A and some United international arrivals use Terminal B, so check your boarding pass.
How many concourses does Terminal C have?
Three: C1, C2 and C3, connected behind security.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up at Terminal C?
Since June 2026, rideshare pickups at Terminal C are on Floor 3 of the Terminal C Garage instead of the curb.
How much is a car service to Newark Airport Terminal C?
From most North Jersey towns, Prestige Transport charges $160 flat to any Newark terminal, tolls included.
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