Travelling from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS). Check out your options for heading out from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Vieques (where Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to VQS, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from New York to VQS even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is an option when departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Located around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
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74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a stopover to your journey at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). It's a popular transfer point for flights from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS) out of Newark Liberty International Airport.
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to VQS flight:
73.3% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kms (11 miles) from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your plans go off without a hitch.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near VQS:
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
£217 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport. Return flights start at £455. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to VQS, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS)
September is the quietest month for flights from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport (VQS), while May is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Vieques based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vieques is September, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your New York to VQS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Vieques
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vieques right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from New York to Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Vieques when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay followed by Black Sand Beach and Playa Blaydin.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
Vieques has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Puerto Rico waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kms (75 miles) west of Vieques, a visit to Ponce will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Playa de Ponce, Plaza of Delights (Plaza de las Delicias) and Ponce Art Museum.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Puerto Rico, head for Arecibo, roughly 137 kms (85 miles) west of Vieques. Las Criollas Beach, Cueva del Indio Nature Reserve and Playa Bea are key highlights.