Flying from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to New York: what you need to know
Yangon International Airport is located in Yangon. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Yangon.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RGN to New York flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from RGN to New York. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
RGN is about 8 kilometres from central Yangon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near RGN? If you're catching an early flight from Yangon International Airport to New York, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Yangon International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to New York
R 9,737 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Yangon International Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 16,840. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from RGN to New York, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Yangon International Airport to New York across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Yangon International Airport to New York. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from RGN to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Yangon International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your RGN to New York flight at any of these well-located options:
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kilometres from central New York. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Yangon International Airport to New York.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 55 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by staying at a hotel near LGA after your RGN to New York flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from LGA around two weeks before your flight from Yangon International Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
December is the quietest month for flights from Yangon International Airport to New York, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Yangon International Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RGN to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Yangon International Airport to New York, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
