Travelling from New York to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN): What you need to know
The timezone in Rovaniemi is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of New York. Rovaniemi Airport is located in Rovaniemi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to RVN.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from New York to RVN that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JFK and RVN include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from New York to Rovaniemi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Rovaniemi Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and RVN include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your New York to RVN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Rovaniemi Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down as expected. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Rovaniemi Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near RVN instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Rovaniemi Airport flight.
Getting from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to central Rovaniemi
From Rovaniemi Airport, central Rovaniemi is around 10 kms (6 miles) away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Rovaniemi Airport is £267. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £582. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to RVN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Rovaniemi Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from New York to Rovaniemi Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
January is when most people book flights from New York to Rovaniemi Airport (RVN). Visit Rovaniemi in July if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a New York to RVN plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rovaniemi to range from 9ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Rovaniemi Airport in January when temperatures are between -20ºC and -4ºC.
More about Rovaniemi
Start your Rovaniemi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Rovaniemi Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Santa Claus Village - Christmas House, Santa Claus Village and Christmas Reindeer are must-do's during your Rovaniemi adventure.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Rovaniemi, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 177 kms (110 miles) south to Oulu to tick off its leading sights. From Oulu Cathedral to Nallikari Beach and Oulujoki, your itinerary will be busy.
Kajaani is another favourite destination in Finland and is around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Rovaniemi. No journey is complete without experiencing Huuhkajanvaara Hiking Trails, Kainuu Museum and Linnanpolunranta.