Flying from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): What you need to know
When planning your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
Bucaramanga is one hour behind New York. Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to BGA.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from New York to BGA with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JFK and BGA include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is one of the main options between Newark Liberty International Airport and BGA.
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to BGA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Palonegro International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Book a hotel near BGA if you have a late flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Palonegro International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Sixt or Alamo and find adventure across Bucaramanga and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Palonegro International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
$248 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Palonegro International Airport. A return flight starts from $572. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to BGA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap New York to Palonegro International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA). July is the peak month for travel to Bucaramanga. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Bucaramanga is February, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your New York to BGA flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Palonegro International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bucaramanga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bucaramanga right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport:
Your Bucaramanga visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bucaramanga. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Medellin is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 274 kilometres west of Bucaramanga. No journey is complete without a visit to EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.