Traveling from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR) begins with finding the best airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your options in New York.
Hop on a direct New York to Liberia Airport flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Liberia is two hours behind New York. Liberia Airport is located in Liberia, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from 7 direct flights each week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Liberia Airport (LIR). This is the busiest route, with JetBlue Airways offering a 7am departure from JFK to LIR.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to LIR.
With more travelers during peak seasons, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from JFK, you can catch a direct flight from New York to Liberia Airport with JetBlue Airways.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between JFK and LIR is JetBlue Airways.
Among carriers on this route, JetBlue Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to LIR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Traveling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Liberia Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Liberia Airport (LIR) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether departing from EWR makes the most sense for you.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to LIR are offered by United Airlines.
On the EWR to LIR route, United Airlines is the go-to airline for most travelers.
For reliable, punctual service, book with United Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 91.8% for flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Liberia Airport.
Split up your flight from New York to Liberia Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and LIR are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to LIR flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can book a plane ticket from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR) with a stop or two out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA). These are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and LIR:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometers from central New York. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Make catching an early New York to Liberia Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
LGA has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Liberia Airport (LIR)
Have a late flight from New York to Liberia Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near LIR and shut your eyes sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Liberia and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your New York to Liberia Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR)
Currently, $123 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Liberia Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $263. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to LIR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest New York to Liberia Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from New York to Liberia Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR)
May is the quietest month for flights from New York to Liberia Airport (LIR), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Liberia based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a New York to LIR plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Liberia to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
November sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Liberia Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Liberia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Liberia right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Liberia Airport:
Your Liberia visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited Liberia, now it's time to explore more of Costa Rica. Journey around 177 kilometers south-east to San Jose to check off its popular sights. From National Park (Parque Nacional) to Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Costa Rica, head for Limon, roughly 274 kilometers east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños are key highlights.
