Travelling from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up where you'll catch your flight from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR). Explore your options for leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the city's main airports.
The average time for a direct New York to Bangor International Airport flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
New York and Bangor (where Bangor International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Choose from 7 direct services a week between New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Bangor International Airport (BGR). This is the busiest route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 12pm departure from JFK to BGR.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to BGR.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR) leave from this terminal.
When departing from JFK, you can catch a direct flight from New York to Bangor International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
The most frequently booked airline between JFK and BGR is Delta.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Delta. Its services arrive as planned 79.66% of the time.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Bangor International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Thinking of flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR) plane tickets can be booked from here.
United Airlines operates direct flights from New York to BGR departing from EWR. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in one go.
United is the most popular choice for passengers flying from EWR to BGR.
Among the carriers operating flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Bangor International Airport, United has the most consistent on-time performance.
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to BGR flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Begin your journey at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and go straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from New York to Bangor International Airport from here.
Prepare for takeoff with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to BGR plane tickets from LGA.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Delta from LGA to BGR.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta leads the way for on-time arrivals.
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 55 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Bangor International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Bangor International Airport (BGR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Bangor International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BGR:
The street address for BGR is 287 Godfry Boulevard.
Getting from Bangor International Airport (BGR) to central Bangor
Bangor International Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Bangor. How long it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Bangor International Airport is 105 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 215 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from New York to BGR by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on New York to Bangor International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR)
August is the busiest month for flights from New York to Bangor International Airport (BGR). Plan your visit to Bangor in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your New York to BGR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Bangor, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Bangor International Airport in January when temperatures are between -15ºC (5ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Bangor
Start your Bangor trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Bangor International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Bangor when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Stephen King's House followed by Bangor Historical Society and Thomas A. Hill House Museum and Orono Bog Boardwalk.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Bangor, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 290 kilometres southwest to Manchester to check off its top attractions. From Currier Museum of Art to Frank Lloyd Wright's Zimmerman House and Millyard Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Portland is another standout destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres southwest of Bangor. No trip is complete without seeing Portland Museum of Art, Eastern Promenade Trail and Back Cove Trail.