Flying from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to New York: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Grantley Adams International Airport is located in Bridgetown. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is one hour behind Bridgetown.
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:35. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from BGI to JFK is with JetBlue Airways at 18:31.
Leave enough time to make your BGI to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your trip at BGI and travel straight to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). That will be your arrival point when searching for Grantley Adams International Airport to New York tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from BGI to New York. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
BGI is about 13 kilometres from central Bridgetown. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BGI? If you're catching an early flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
76% of flights that depart Grantley Adams International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Grantley Adams International Airport to New York flight is $361. The cheapest price for a return flight is $607. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BGI to New York.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Grantley Adams International Airport to New York tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BGI to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Following your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Following your BGI to New York flight, settle in at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometres from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to LGA. Get comfortable at one of these options after your BGI to New York flight:
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
The address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Grantley Adams International Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGI to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Grantley Adams International Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.