Travelling from New York to Kaunas Airport (KUN): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Kaunas Airport (KUN) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Kaunas is six hours ahead of New York. Kaunas Airport is located in Kaunas, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from New York to KUN won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from New York to KUN with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between JFK and KUN include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Shannon Airport (SNN)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from New York to Kaunas Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kaunas Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and KUN:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to KUN flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Kaunas Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your plans go off without a hitch.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Kaunas Airport (KUN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Kaunas Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KUN:
Grab a Kaunas Airport rental car and discover Kaunas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Toprent are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your New York to Kaunas Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kaunas Airport (KUN) to central Kaunas
Kaunas Airport to central Kaunas is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kaunas Airport (KUN)
Currently, $1,114 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kaunas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,475. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to KUN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable New York to Kaunas Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from New York to KUN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Bag the best deal on a flight from New York to Kaunas Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from New York to Kaunas Airport (KUN)
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Kaunas Airport (KUN), while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kaunas based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a New York to KUN plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kaunas to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Kaunas Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Kaunas
After booking your flight from New York to Kaunas Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kaunas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Old Town Kaunas, Holocaust Memorial and #KAUNAS are popular attractions which should feature on every Kaunas itinerary.
Explore more of Lithuania
Klaipėda is just one of the many cities in Lithuania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kaunas. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Klaipeda Old City, WWII Bunkers and St. Casimir Church.
Around 121 kilometres north-west of Kaunas, Siauliai is another favourite stop in Lithuania. No visit is complete without checking out Railway Museum, Photography Museum and St. George's Church.
