Travelling from London Southend Airport (SEN) to New York: what you need to know
London Southend Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-4 timezone, New York is four hours behind London.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SEN to New York flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from SEN to New York. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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SEN is around 56 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near SEN. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Southend Airport to New York or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Southend Airport, data shows 77.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to New York
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Southend Airport to New York flight is R 5,556. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,894. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SEN to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from London Southend Airport to New York is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across the month and bag a sweet deal.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Southend Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from SEN to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from London Southend Airport to New York, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Following your SEN to New York flight, rest your head at a hotel close to EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from London Southend Airport to New York.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LGA after your SEN to New York flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Start your journey without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks ahead of your flight from London Southend Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better price.
The street address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Plan your trip to New York in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Southend Airport to New York during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your London Southend Airport to New York flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEN to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London Southend Airport to New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are top attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.