Travelling from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to New York: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Cartagena, where Rafael Nunez International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are eight services every week between these two airports. JetBlue Airways offers a 14:47 departure between CTG and JFK.
For a relaxed start to your CTG to New York flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Begin your trip at CTG and travel straight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York tickets.
Check out the deals with JetBlue Airways. This carrier has direct flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from CTG to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
To get to CTG from central Cartagena, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near CTG? If you've booked an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Rafael Nunez International Airport's on-time performance, 67.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to New York
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York flight is Rs52,066. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs77,963. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from CTG to New York by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from CTG to New York.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Once your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CTG to New York flight, unwind at a hotel close to EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
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 get you on your way in no time.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will help you save.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 18 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near LGA. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your CTG to New York flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York is the ideal time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to get a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to New York in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CTG to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to New York:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are popular attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in 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 the start of reasons to visit.