Travelling from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is eight hours behind Victoria, where Seychelles International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SEZ to New York flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from SEZ to New York. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
To get to SEZ from central Victoria, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SEZ:
Of the departures from Seychelles International Airport, 74.42% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way Seychelles International Airport to New York flight is ₹ 60,146. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 110,239. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SEZ to New York if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a Seychelles International Airport to New York ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SEZ to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seychelles International Airport to New York.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SEZ to New York.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SEZ to New York flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be off and running.
Score the best price by booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near LGA after your SEZ to New York flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Start your journey without worrying about how to get to where you're going with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're after a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Before you book your flights from Seychelles International Airport to New York, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Seychelles International Airport to New York flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SEZ to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Seychelles International Airport to New York, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your New York travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.
