Travelling from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore the options for booking a flight from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) jetting off from either of these.
Roanoke (where Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to ROA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and 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 on public transport takes roughly 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 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ROA flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Buckle up and take off from LGA with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct New York to ROA plane tickets.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between LGA and ROA is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.47% of its services arriving on schedule.
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a reliable starting point for your trip.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ROA instead:
ROA is located at 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to the centre of Roanoke is about 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
At the moment, R 2,285 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,894. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to ROA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
August is when most people book flights from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA). Plan your visit to Roanoke in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Roanoke is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your New York to ROA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Roanoke
Start your Roanoke trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Roanoke when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge followed by Explore Park and Taubman Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Roanoke. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Raleigh is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Roanoke. No journey is complete without visiting North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
