Travelling from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Bucaramanga, where Palonegro International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your BGA to New York flight.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BGA to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Central Bucaramanga to BGA is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
In search of a hotel near BGA? If you've booked an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
64.49% of flights that leave from Palonegro International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to New York
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Palonegro International Airport to New York flight is 193 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 313 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BGA to New York. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Palonegro International Airport to New York is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from BGA to New York.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BGA to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Following your flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 10 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near EWR. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BGA to New York flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be off and running.
Score the best price by booking your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport can be found at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour if you use public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your BGA to New York flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Before locking in your flights from Palonegro International Airport to New York, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Palonegro International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BGA to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palonegro International Airport to New York, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key reasons to visit.