Travelling from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to New York: what you need to know
New York and La Paz (where El Alto International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from LPB to New York. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Whether you want to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a stop you can make on your flight from LPB to New York.
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Bolivia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from El Alto International Airport to New York, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
To reach LPB from central La Paz, it takes about 31 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from El Alto International Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LPB:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to New York
C$545 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from El Alto International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$888. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LPB to New York. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from El Alto International Airport to New York across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from El Alto International Airport to New York, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York takes around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from El Alto International Airport to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
After your flight from El Alto International Airport to New York has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near JFK. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from LPB to New York at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from El Alto International Airport to New York. To skip the crowds, head to New York in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from El Alto International Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from LPB to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from El Alto International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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