Travelling from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO). Explore the options for leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the city's main airports.
The timezone in Durango is UTC-6, which is two hours behind New York. Durango-La Plata County Airport is located in Durango.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from New York to DRO.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For 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)
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 is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
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74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
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73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
LGA has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
You'll find DRO at 1000 Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
Currently, $340 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $597. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to DRO, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO). July is the most popular month to visit Durango. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
The warmest month in Durango is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your New York to DRO flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -15ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durango
Start your Durango trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Durango-La Plata County Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Durango visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum, The Colorado Trail and Durango Adventures and Zipline Tours.
Explore more of the United States
Albuquerque is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Durango. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Petroglyph National Monument, Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Old Town.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Rio Rancho, about 241 kilometres south-east of Durango. Canyon Park, Rio Rancho Bosque Trail and Willow Creek Trail are among the biggest draws.