Flying from New York to Motu Mute Airport (BOB): What you need to know
The timezone in Bora Bora is UTC-10, which is five hours behind New York. Motu Mute Airport is located in Bora Bora.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to BOB.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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74% of flights that leave from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
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73% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Make catching an early New York to Motu Mute Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a reliable starting point for your trip.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Motu Mute Airport (BOB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Motu Mute Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BOB:
Getting from Motu Mute Airport (BOB) to central Bora Bora
Central Bora Bora is around 10 kms (6 miles) from Motu Mute Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Motu Mute Airport (BOB)
£482 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Motu Mute Airport. A return flight starts from £871. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to BOB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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More about Bora Bora
Start your Bora Bora trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Motu Mute Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your Bora Bora visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Mount Otemanu, Bora bora water world and Motu Tapu.