Travelling from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH): What you need to know
Wuhan is 13 hours ahead of New York. Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is located in Wuhan, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to WUH. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to WUH departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and WUH:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
EWR is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central New York. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to WUH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
71% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Book a hotel near WUH if you have a late flight from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
WUH is located at Tianhe St.
Getting from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to central Wuhan
Central Wuhan is around 26 kms (16 miles) from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is £459. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £805. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to WUH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). February is the busiest month to visit Wuhan. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
The warmest month in Wuhan is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 36ºC. Book your New York to WUH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 13ºC.
More about Wuhan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Wuhan right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Wuhan itinerary.
Explore more of China
Changsha is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Wuhan. Around 306 kms (190 miles) away to the southwest, top sights here include Yuelu Mountain, Hunan Provincial Museum and Mawangdui Han Tombs.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, consider Nanchang, roughly 290 kms (180 miles) southeast of Wuhan. Yuyuan Garden, Nanchang Star Amusement Park and Nanchang Bridge are among its highlights.