Flying from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM). Check out your options for departing John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Puerto Jimenez Airport is located in Puerto Jimenez. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind New York.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from New York to PJM.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to PJM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, 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)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for your journey.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
Have a late flight from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near PJM and be in snooze mode sooner:
Pick up a Puerto Jimenez Airport rental car and explore Puerto Jimenez and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, National and Enterprise are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport is R 4,663. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,043. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to PJM if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
May is the quietest month for flights from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM), while March is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Puerto Jimenez based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a New York to PJM plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Puerto Jimenez to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Puerto Jimenez
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Puerto Jimenez Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Jimenez:
Your trip to Puerto Jimenez isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Playa Florencia, Puntarenitas Beach and Playa Puerto Jiménez.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered after you've seen Puerto Jimenez. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Around 161 kilometres north of Puerto Jimenez, Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
