Flying from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM): What you need to know
Hop on a direct New York to Owen Roberts International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours.
New York and George Town (where Owen Roberts International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Choose from 6 direct services each week between New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM). This is the most popular route, with JetBlue Airways offering a 7:26am departure from JFK to GCM.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to GCM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) take off from this terminal.
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport out of JFK include:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and GCM is Cayman Airways.
Cayman Airways is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
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 is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Thinking of flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Board your direct flight from New York to GCM with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of EWR.
On the EWR to GCM route, United is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Among the carriers operating flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Owen Roberts International Airport, United leads in on-time performance.
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to GCM flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
71% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Owen Roberts International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from LGA arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 69% of the time.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GCM instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York to Owen Roberts International Airport flight.
Getting from Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) to central George Town
Owen Roberts International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central George Town. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
Currently, $170 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $516. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from New York to GCM by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap New York to Owen Roberts International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. September is the quietest month to go to George Town. March is when most people book flights from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in George Town is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your New York to GCM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC.
More about George Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in George Town right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York to Owen Roberts International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Rum Point, Pedro St. James National Historic Site and National Gallery of the Cayman Islands are essential stops on your George Town itinerary.