Haiti-based carrier Sunrise Airways is set to launch a groundbreaking nonstop air link connecting Cap-Haïtien’s international airport (CAP) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on June 1, 2026, marking a major step forward in boosting transportation ties between northern Haiti and the densely populated New York-New Jersey metropolitan region.
For decades, Haitian diaspora members living in the northeastern United States have faced inconvenient layover requirements to reach northern Haiti, typically routing through connecting hubs in Florida or other parts of the U.S. This new direct service eliminates that extra travel time and hassle, creating a more streamlined connection between the community and their home country.
Gary Stone, chief executive officer of Sunrise Airways, emphasized the deep significance of the new route for the global Haitian community. “With this direct route between Cap-Haïtien and Newark, Sunrise Airways is strengthening a vital link between Northern Haiti and one of the largest Haitian communities in the United States,” Stone explained. “We are proud to offer the diaspora a simpler and more direct connection to Haiti.”
Strategically located just outside the core of New York City, Newark Liberty International Airport stands out as one of the most accessible major air hubs on the U.S. East Coast. It provides seamless connections to Manhattan, dozens of surrounding suburban and urban centers across New Jersey and Connecticut, and integrates directly into the region’s expansive highway, rail, and public transit networks. This makes the new route convenient not just for travelers departing from the New York area, but also for those connecting from other parts of North America.
The new round-trip CAP-EWR-CAP route aligns with Sunrise Airways’ long-term corporate growth strategy, which centers on building robust air connections between Haiti and the large Haitian diaspora population settled across North America. Beyond simplifying travel for family visits, the airline expects the route to drive tangible economic benefits for Cap-Haïtien and the broader northern region of Haiti, supporting growth in local tourism, cross-border commerce, and small business development that relies on easier travel links.
Flights will be operated using Airbus A320 family aircraft, with an estimated scheduled flight time of roughly 3 hours and 45 minutes for the transoceanic journey. The new service will operate on a weekly schedule: the outbound flight from Cap-Haïtien to Newark departs every Monday, while the return flight from Newark to Cap-Haïtien departs every Tuesday.
Travelers interested in booking tickets can purchase fares through multiple channels, including Sunrise Airways’ official website www.sunriseairways.net, the airline’s dedicated mobile application, by contacting customer support representatives directly, or by visiting any authorized Sunrise Airways sales outlet.