Flying from New York to Naha Airport (OKA): What you need to know
Okinawa is 14 hours ahead of New York. Naha Airport is located in Okinawa, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to OKA.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to OKA departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
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 on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Naha Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Naha Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and OKA are:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to OKA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Naha Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from LGA reach their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Naha Airport (OKA)
Have a late flight from New York to Naha Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near OKA and hit the lights earlier:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York to Naha Airport flight.
The street address for OKA is 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
Naha Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Okinawa. How long it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Naha Airport (OKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Naha Airport is ₹ 43,982. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 100,921. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to OKA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap New York to Naha Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from New York to Naha Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Naha Airport (OKA)
March is the busiest month for flights from New York to Naha Airport (OKA). Visit Okinawa in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Okinawa is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your New York to OKA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Naha Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 19ºC.
More about Okinawa
Start your Okinawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Naha Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu, Historical Park and WWII Japanese Okinawa Surrender Site are attractions you won't want to skip in Okinawa.
Explore more of Japan
Go all in on your Japan trip by exploring beyond Okinawa. About 306 kilometres away to the northeast, Naze is another awesome city to put on your to-do list. Tick off some of its biggest sights like Ogamiyama Observatory while you're here.
