Travelling from New York to Macau International Airport (MFM): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Macau International Airport (MFM) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
The timezone in Macau is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of New York. Macau International Airport is located in Macau.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from New York to MFM.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to MFM departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Macau International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Macau International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and MFM are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your New York to MFM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Macau International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your final stop as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Macau International Airport (MFM)
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 Macau International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MFM instead:
Getting from Macau International Airport (MFM) to central Macau
The centre of Macau is roughly 5 kilometres from Macau International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Macau International Airport (MFM)
At the moment, R 6,475 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Macau International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,707. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to MFM, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your New York to Macau International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Macau International Airport (MFM)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Macau International Airport (MFM). Visit Macau in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your New York to MFM plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Macau, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Macau International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Macau
Start your Macau trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Macau International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. 金沙娱乐场, Cotai Strip Resorts and Wynn Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Macau itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Macau, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 113 kilometres north to Guangzhou to tick off its leading sights. From 珠江夜景 to Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in China, consider Foshan, about 105 kilometres north-west of Macau. Temple of Confucius, Baiyan Park and Lingnan Garden are key highlights.