Flying from New York to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of New York. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira).
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from New York to JTR.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to JTR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Santorini International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Santorini International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your New York to JTR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Make catching an early New York to Santorini International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
Flights departing from LGA reach their destination as scheduled 69% of the time.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Santorini International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your New York to Santorini International Airport flight.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
The centre of Santorini (Thira) is roughly 5 kilometres from Santorini International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
R 4,536 is the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Santorini International Airport. A return flight starts from R 9,565. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to JTR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap New York to Santorini International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is when most people book flights from New York to Santorini International Airport (JTR). Plan your visit to Santorini (Thira) in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a New York to JTR plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santorini (Thira) to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Santorini International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Santorini (Thira)
Start your Santorini (Thira) trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Santorini International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sunset Oia, Views of Santorini and Caldera and Blue Domed Church Santorini are attractions you won't want to skip in Santorini (Thira).
Explore more of Greece
Santorini (Thira) is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres northwest of Santorini (Thira), a trip to Athens will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
