Flying from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE): what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) taking off from either of these.
Allentown (where Lehigh Valley International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to ABE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
From the centre of New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from New York to ABE? Unwind in a hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ABE instead:
Getting from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) to central Allentown
From Lehigh Valley International Airport, Allentown is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 12 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 32 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport, C$212 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$493. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from New York to ABE. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and dates.
Getting flight tickets from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from New York to ABE.
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The best time to fly from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Allentown in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Allentown is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from New York to ABE in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Allentown
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Allentown right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Lehigh Valley International Airport:
Allentown Art Museum and Da Vinci Science Centre are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Allentown must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out America On Wheels Museum.
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