Flying from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): what you need to know
Cape Verde is 3 hours ahead of New York. Amilcar Cabral International Airport is located in Cape Verde, which operates on the UTC-1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from New York to SID. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
August is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from New York to SID leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Porto Airport (OPO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
The distance from central New York to EWR is roughly 24 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, check out these options when departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to SID, take it easy in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Consider booking a hotel near SID if you're taking a late flight from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to central Cape Verde
Amilcar Cabral International Airport to the centre of Cape Verde is about 137 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport is C$351. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$872. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get flight tickets from New York to SID. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from New York to SID. There's no need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
June is the most popular month for flights from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cape Verde in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Cape Verde is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to SID in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in March if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 19ºC and 26ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
More about Cape Verde
Of course, you'll want to plan some sightseeing while you're in Cape Verde. Museu Da Pesca should be one of the first things on your to-do list.
