Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Liberia is UTC-6, which is two hours behind New York.
Flights from JFK to LIR start from 06:55 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last service of the day is at 10:30 with JetBlue Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport flights.
Your JFK to LIR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Liberia (and maybe even some other great parts of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers JFK to LIR flights, with 72.13% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JFK and LIR include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Logan International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
128 € is the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. A return flight starts from 290 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to LIR.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from JFK to LIR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
If you're getting in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LIR:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Liberia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Liberia Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
From Liberia Airport, Liberia is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Liberia. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Liberia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to LIR in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done Liberia, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Journey about 161 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Limon, roughly 274 kilometres east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon are key highlights.