Travelling from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to New York: what you need to know
New York is two hours ahead of Yellowknife, where Yellowknife Airport is located. New York runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid missing your YZF to New York flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Yellowknife, YZF can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YZF:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Yellowknife Airport, data shows 52.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to New York
RM944 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Yellowknife Airport to New York flight. A return flight ticket starts at RM2,180. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from YZF to New York if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near JFK if you have a late flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from YZF to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your YZF to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your YZF to New York flight:
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are some companies you can book with.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York to access the best deals.
LaGuardia Airport's address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Plan your trip to New York during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Yellowknife Airport to New York in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Yellowknife Airport to New York flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YZF to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Yellowknife Airport to New York:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are just the start of the big attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.