Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to New York City on eDreams?

Accepted Answer

At eDreams you will find flights from R544 to New York City. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to New York City.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to New York City?

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Airlines flying direct from South Africa to New York City include:

Spirit Airlines, with flights from Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and from Chicago, for example.
Frontier Airlines also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Orlando, Chicago and San Juan.
American Airlines, with flights from Boston to New York City and Cancun and also from Orlando.

Airlines with indirect flights to New York City include:

Kenya Airways, which flies from Cape Town, Johannesburg or Harare.
Ethiopian Airlines, with flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as from Monrovia.
Turkish Airlines, with flights from Cape Town, Johannesburg and also Beijing.

Question 3

How long before a flight to New York City should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to New York City, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to New York City departing from over 19 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to New York City with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of New York City’s airport?

Accepted Answer

New York City is served by 2 airport[s]. John F. Kennedy International Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 19 cities, such as Seattle, Johannesburg and Mumbai, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is New York City’s airport from the city centre?

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New York City’s airport John F. Kennedy International Airport is located 23 kms from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to New York City’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 60.07 R per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from John F. Kennedy International Airport , the average price for the ride to New York City centre is around 49.71 R per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in New York City. Pick your preferred car type and get from John F. Kennedy International Airport to New York City city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in New York City?

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If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to New York City is in July, June and May, when the average temperature reaches 24.67 °C, while August, July and September are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 142.31 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit New York City during January, February or March to experience an average of 0.05 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during January, February and March, when the average precipitation in New York City is 12 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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