Traveling from New York to Lihue Airport (LIH): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from New York to Lihue Airport (LIH). Explore your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
Lihue is six hours behind New York. Lihue Airport is located in Lihue, which follows the UTC-10 timezone.
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 board your flight from New York to LIH.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is about 48 kilometers from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Lihue Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is around 24 kilometers from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to LIH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from the center of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometers or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Lihue Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights reach their destination as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Lihue Airport (LIH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Lihue Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LIH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lihue Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lihue and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your New York to Lihue Airport flight.
The address for LIH is 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Lihue Airport (LIH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Lihue Airport is $190. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $461. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from New York to LIH, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from New York to Lihue Airport (LIH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from New York to Lihue Airport (LIH). July is the busiest month to travel to Lihue. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in May.
The warmest month in Lihue is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your New York to LIH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Lihue Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Lihue
Start your Lihue trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Lihue Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Lihue should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Kauai Beach, Vintage Biplane Tour of Kauai and Kalapaki Beach.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lihue, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 177 kilometers south-east to Honolulu to check off its leading sights. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Pearl City is another essential stop in the United States and is around 153 kilometers south-east of Lihue. No trip is complete without dropping by USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park.
