Traveling from Castries to New York: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Castries. Explore your options leaving from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF) or St Lucia Vigie Airport (SLU) when organizing your flight from Castries to New York.
New York has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Touch down at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Castries to New York flight.
New York's timezone is UTC-5, which makes New York one hour behind Castries.
The busiest route for flights from Castries to New York is from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). You can choose from ten services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximize your time on arrival, the earliest flight from UVF to JFK is the 12:00 JetBlue Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the last available departure is at 17:40 with JetBlue Airways.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Castries to New York flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
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Flying from Castries
St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Begin your travels at St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF), which offers multiple direct flights from Castries to New York. From UVF, you can fly seamlessly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or New York Newark Airport (EWR).
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct Castries to New York plane tickets with departures from UVF, including:
UVF is about 19 miles from central Castries. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
Planning to catch an early flight from Castries to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near St Lucia Hewanorra Airport:
84% of flights leaving St Lucia Hewanorra Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of UVF.
St Lucia Vigie Airport (SLU)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your Castries to New York flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between St Lucia Vigie Airport and New York:
Port Of Spain Airport (POS)
Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
Saint John's Airport (ANU)
You can reach SLU from the center of Castries in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 1 mile or so.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Castries to New York, unwind in one of these hotels near St Lucia Vigie Airport:
72% of flights out of St Lucia Vigie Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 45 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Castries to New York. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Castries to New York has landed, you can reach the city center in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 9 miles from New York Newark Airport (EWR).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Castries to New York, kick back at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make picking up a New York Newark Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find New York Newark Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Set off for the city center after your flight from Castries to New York has landed. Central New York is about 8 miles from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 55 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by staying at a hotel near LGA after your Castries to New York flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for solo travel or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right New York LaGuardia Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from companies such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Castries to New York to access the best deals.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Center.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Castries to New York. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Castries to New York ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 64ºF to 86ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Castries to New York in January when temperatures average between 21ºF and 46ºF.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Castries to New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are top sights which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 80 miles to the southwest, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 190 miles northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
