Travelling from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Grand Forks, where Grand Forks International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from GFK to New York.
Popular months like October or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked flight tickets from Grand Forks International Airport to New York.
GFK is approximately 13 kilometres from central Grand Forks. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to New York
C$277 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Grand Forks International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$511. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from GFK to New York. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Grand Forks International Airport to New York.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from GFK to New York every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Grand Forks International Airport to New York. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Grand Forks International Airport to New York. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Once your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 48 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GFK to New York, kick back at a hotel near JFK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Grand Forks International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from GFK 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 locking in your flight from Grand Forks International Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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