Flying from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in New York. Check out your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) when organising your flight from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport flight.
Basseterre is one hour ahead of New York. St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport is located in Basseterre, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB). There are 4 direct services every week. American Airlines operates a 6:59am departure between JFK and SKB.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from New York to SKB.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get to your destination in one go from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) operate from here.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport out of JFK include:
Most passengers choose to fly with jetBlue from JFK to SKB.
Delta is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to SKB leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Planning to leave from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) plane tickets are available from here.
United Airlines operates direct flights from New York to SKB departing from EWR. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in one go.
United is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to SKB.
When punctuality matters most, go with United. It has an exceptional on-time performance of 85.71% for flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport.
Break up your flight from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and SKB include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to SKB flight? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a plane ticket from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) with one or more stops can give you more choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to SKB:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it 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 St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from LGA touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
Consider booking a hotel near SKB if you're catching a late flight from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) to central Basseterre
Central Basseterre is around 3 kilometres from St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
At the moment, Rs47,957 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs105,025. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to SKB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB), while April is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Basseterre based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your New York to SKB plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Basseterre, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC and 26ºC.
More about Basseterre
Once you've booked your flight from New York to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Basseterre:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Basseterre when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for St.kitts & Nevis Independence Square followed by Saint George with Saint Barnabas Anglican Church and Warner Park.




