Flying from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Barranquilla, where Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from BAQ to New York. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BAQ to New York. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
If you hold a passport from Colombia, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
BAQ is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barranquilla. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 41 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near BAQ? If you're catching an early flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to New York
R 4,126 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,862. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BAQ to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York takes around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
After your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 48 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from BAQ to New York:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to New York in February when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BAQ to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of leading attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.
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