Travelling from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the best departure point for your flight from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK). Explore your options for leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport flight.
Nantucket's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Nantucket Memorial Airport is located in Nantucket.
Choose from 6 direct flights a week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK). This is the most popular route, with JetBlue Airways offering a 10:35am departure from JFK to ACK.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to ACK, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport departing from JFK. Book your seat with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and ACK is JetBlue Airways.
Among carriers on this route, JetBlue Airways leads the way for on-time arrivals.
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider starting your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) plane ticket with departures from here.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to ACK are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the EWR to ACK route.
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ACK flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Kick off your adventure at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and fly straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport out of here.
Choose any of these popular airlines offering direct New York to ACK plane tickets from LGA:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines from LGA to ACK.
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK)
Have a late flight from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ACK and hit the lights earlier:
You'll find ACK at 30 Macy Lane.
Getting from Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) to central Nantucket
Central Nantucket is around 5 kilometres from Nantucket Memorial Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK)
Right now, 94 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 179 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from New York to ACK by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Nantucket based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your New York to ACK plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Nantucket, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
February has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nantucket
After booking your flight from New York to Nantucket Memorial Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nantucket:
Cisco Beach and Nantucket Island are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Nantucket travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Siasconset.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Nantucket, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 145 kilometres north-west to Boston to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Fine Arts Boston to Freedom Trail and Quincy Market, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, consider Worcester, about 177 kilometres north-west of Nantucket. Worcester Art Museum, Redemption Rock Brewing and Union Station are key reasons to visit.