Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 35 minutes.
Abidjan is four hours ahead of New York and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Every week, there are six John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 20:55 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:00 with Ethiopian Airlines.
To ensure you catch your JFK to ABJ flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Ethiopian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Abidjan (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Ivory Coast!). Check out the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport offered by this popular airline.
Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 65.38% of services arriving as scheduled, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to ABJ flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JFK and ABJ:
Mohamed V International Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
Murtala Muhammed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
At the moment, C$574 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,172. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from JFK to ABJ, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
November is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from JFK to ABJ.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it takes about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ABJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Green Motion and explore beyond Abidjan's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Abidjan. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Abidjan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport for April if you'd like to explore Abidjan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to ABJ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've seen Abidjan, now it's time to discover other corners of Ivory Coast. Journey around 290 kilometres north-west to Bouake to tick off its leading sights. From Cathedral Saint Michel to NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 483 kilometres north of Abidjan, Korhogo is another favourite stop in Ivory Coast. No visit is complete without checking out EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo.