Flying from New York to Bellingham International Airport (BLI): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from New York to Bellingham International Airport (BLI). Explore your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
Bellingham is three hours behind New York. Bellingham International Airport is located in Bellingham, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to BLI. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Bellingham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to BLI flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The trip to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Bellingham International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
Have a late flight from New York to Bellingham International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BLI and hit the pillow fast:
Explore without limits with a Bellingham International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Thrifty and see more of Bellingham and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your New York to Bellingham International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find BLI at 4255 Mitchell Way.
Getting from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to central Bellingham
Central Bellingham is around 10 kilometres from Bellingham International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Bellingham International Airport is R 4,393. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,970. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to BLI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from New York to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Bellingham. July is when most people book flights from New York to Bellingham International Airport (BLI), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Book a New York to BLI plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bellingham to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Bellingham International Airport in February when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Bellingham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bellingham right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from New York to Bellingham International Airport:
Marine Life Centre and Fairhaven Historic District are a couple of major attractions to add to your Bellingham itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Whatcom Falls Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Bellingham, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 137 kilometres south to Seattle to check off its top sights. From Pike Place Market to Space Needle and Seattle Skyline, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Tacoma, roughly 177 kilometres south of Bellingham. LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park are key highlights.
