Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mercedita Airport (PSE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Ponce's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York.
Your JFK to PSE flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
JetBlue Airways has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Ponce — and maybe even more of Puerto Rico if your schedule allows.
JetBlue Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating JFK to PSE flights, JetBlue Airways has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport. Orlando International Airport is a popular stopover on the JFK to PSE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
Rs32,548 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs64,916. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to PSE.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mercedita Airport (PSE)
Arriving late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport flight? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to PSE are Aloft Ponce Hotel & Casino and Caribe Hotel Ponce.
Travel at your own speed with a Mercedita Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Enterprise, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Ponce and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Mercedita Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mercedita Airport (PSE) to central Ponce
Mercedita Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Ponce. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Mercedita Airport (PSE)
July is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Ponce in May.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Mercedita Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ponce, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to PSE in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've visited Ponce, now it's time to explore other corners of Puerto Rico. Travel about 72 kilometres north-east to San Juan to check off its must-visit sights. From Castillo San Felipe del Morro to La Garita del morro de san juan bahia and Fortaleza Street, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Puerto Rico, consider Bayamon, about 64 kilometres north-east of Ponce. Plazoleta Ignacio Zorrilla, La Plaza de la Bomba Puertorriqueña, Monumento a los Trovadores and Parque Palm Court are among its highlights.
