Travelling from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
The timezone in Bucaramanga is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind New York. Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from New York to BGA.
August is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, turn 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)
Finding a stopover on your flight from New York to BGA is a breeze. Whether you're eager to potentially save money on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A popular stop when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
The distance from central New York to EWR is around 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
In search of a handy hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between John F. Kennedy International Airport and BGA:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to BGA:
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BGA instead:
Getting from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to central Bucaramanga
Palonegro International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Bucaramanga. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Palonegro International Airport, $341 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $752. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
To find flight tickets from New York to BGA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding flight tickets from New York to Palonegro International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from New York to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Bucaramanga. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from New York to Palonegro International Airport.
Lock in your flight from New York to BGA for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bucaramanga to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Palonegro International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Bucaramanga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucaramanga right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Palonegro International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. La Casa del Libro Total, Parque del Agua and Museo Casa de Bolivar are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucaramanga.
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