Flying from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct New York to Grantley Adams International Airport flight.
Bridgetown (where Grantley Adams International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI), with 15 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from JFK to BGI is the 1:10am Caribbean Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 11:29am with JetBlue Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to BGI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get there in one go from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) operate from here.
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport departing from JFK. Book your seat with one of these:
JetBlue Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from JFK to BGI.
American Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to BGI leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
Argyle International Airport (SVD)
Located around 48 kms (30 miles) from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about kicking off your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) plane ticket from this popular hub.
United Airlines has direct flights from New York to BGI departing from EWR. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
United Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to BGI.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Grantley Adams International Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with United Airlines compared to other carriers.
Break up your flight from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and BGI are:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your New York to BGI flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) with a stop or two departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and BGI:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
LGA is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Grantley Adams International Airport flight:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Reserve a hotel near BGI if you're catching a late flight from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Grantley Adams International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive A Matic, Stoutes or BAJAN CAR RENTALS to explore Bridgetown and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Grantley Adams International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport is £88. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £226. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to BGI. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI). July is the busiest month to visit Bridgetown. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in May.
Lock in a New York to BGI plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bridgetown to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Grantley Adams International Airport in February when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
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