Travelling from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main terminals.
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. George F. L. Charles Airport is located in Castries.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SLU, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from New York to SLU, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Piarco International Airport (POS) is an option when leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Work a stopover into your journey at Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI). It's a popular transfer point for flights from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) departing Newark Liberty International Airport.
You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SLU flight:
73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to George F. L. Charles Airport flight:
LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Have a late flight from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near SLU and hit the lights earlier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and explore beyond Castries's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your New York to George F. L. Charles Airport flight.
Getting from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Castries. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Currently, 176 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 421 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to SLU, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU), while June is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Castries based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your New York to SLU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Once you've booked your flight from New York to George F. L. Charles Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Castries:
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