Flying from New York to Douala International Airport (DLA): What you need to know
Douala is six hours ahead of New York. Douala International Airport is located in Douala, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to DLA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to DLA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
JFK is around 24 kilometers from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Douala International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Douala International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can reach EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometers or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to DLA flight:
71% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the center of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometers away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Douala International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Flights that leave from LGA land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Douala International Airport (DLA)
Book a hotel close to DLA if you're catching a late flight from New York to Douala International Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Getting from Douala International Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala International Airport is around 8 kilometers from the center of Douala. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Douala International Airport (DLA)
At the moment, $604 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Douala International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $927. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to DLA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest New York to Douala International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from New York to DLA.
Save on your flight from New York to Douala International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Douala International Airport (DLA)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Douala International Airport (DLA), while November is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Douala based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your New York to DLA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Douala International Airport in August if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Douala
After booking your flight from New York to Douala International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Douala:
Your Douala visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, ILE DE MANOKA and La Nouvelle Liberte.
Explore more of Cameroon
Yaounde is just one of the many places in Cameroon waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Douala. Around 193 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden, Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square.
Bamenda is another sought-after destination in Cameroon and is around 225 kilometers north of Douala. No journey is complete without seeing St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.