What It's Like to Get a Rapid Covid Test at EWR

Current as of October 14, 2020

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has partnered with Xpresspa Group to offer both standard and rapid Covid-19 tests on site at the airport for travelers. Here’s what you can expect: 

• All travelers arriving or departing from EWR can get a test.
• Airport employees are also able and encouraged to get tested on site.
• The testing station can be found on level three in Terminal B. 
• Expect to see up to nine private testing rooms and note that your temperature will be checked before entering.
• Two types of tests are being offered: PCR molecular tests (the traditional nose swab testing) or blood antibody tests.
• You can expect to get your test results back in 2-3 days.
• Xprescheck will also offer rapid testing using the Abbott ID NOW test - these tests are not yet FDA approved, but can provide results within 13 minutes. 
• The facility is open all day. Walk-ins are welcome and travelers can also make an appointment online.
• It costs $75 for the PCR Covid test and $90 for the Covid test plus the antibody test.
• Medical insurance is accepted.

For more information about business travel safety you can read more about business travel and COVID-19 on AmTrav’s blog.