Flying from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to New York: what you need to know
New York is five hours behind Leeds, where Leeds Bradford Airport is located. New York observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LBA to New York flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LBA to New York with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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Travelling from central Leeds to LBA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near LBA? If you're catching an early flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Leeds Bradford Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to New York
₹ 40,214 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leeds Bradford Airport to New York flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 63,719. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from LBA to New York, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LBA to New York.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your flight from LBA to New York can help you secure the lowest rate.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your LBA to New York flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport can be found at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometres from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York.
Public transport can get you there in around 55 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your LBA to New York flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Around two weeks before your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your ride from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York. July is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Leeds Bradford Airport to New York plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LBA to New York around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to New York, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
