Travelling from New York to Rhodes Airport (RHO): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from New York to Rhodes Airport (RHO), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.
The timezone in Rhodes is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York. Rhodes Airport is located in Rhodes.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from New York to RHO.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to RHO leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Rhodes Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Rhodes Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and RHO include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to RHO flight:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
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 airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Rhodes Airport flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LGA is a dependable starting point for your trip.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Have a late flight from New York to Rhodes Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near RHO and get cosy, quick:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Rhodes Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Green Motion or Carwiz and explore beyond Rhodes's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Rhodes Airport flight.
Getting from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to central Rhodes
Rhodes Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Rhodes. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Rhodes Airport is R 5,193. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,523. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to RHO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap New York to Rhodes Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Rhodes Airport (RHO), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Rhodes based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a New York to RHO plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rhodes to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Rhodes Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rhodes
After booking your flight from New York to Rhodes Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rhodes:
Old Town of Rhodes and Medieval City of Rhodes are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Rhodes to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Rhodes, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Chios to tick off its leading attractions. From Chios Castle to The Turkish Bath - Chios Castle and Agia Fotia Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Greece, head for Ierapetra, about 257 kilometres south-west of Rhodes. Beach St. Andrew, Chrissi Island and Belegrina beach are key highlights.
