Travelling from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW). Explore your options for leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), two of the city's main airports.
Jump on a direct flight from New York to Key West International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 15 minutes.
Key West (where Key West International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Key West International Airport (EYW), with 33 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to EYW is the 07:59 United service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 13:10 with United.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to EYW. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW) out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you plan to leave from EWR, you can take a direct flight from New York to Key West International Airport with United.
The distance from central New York to EWR is around 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Key West International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Prefer to leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? You can reserve a direct flight from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW) departing from this busy hub.
United has direct flights from New York to EYW departing from JFK. Book your preferred window seat and get to your destination without any detours.
You can get to JFK from the centre of New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to EYW, unwind in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Key West International Airport (EYW)
If you have a late flight from New York to Key West International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near EYW:
Getting from Key West International Airport (EYW) to central Key West
Key West International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Key West. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 6 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Key West International Airport, RM565 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just RM1,017. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from New York to EYW.
To get the best price on your tickets from New York to Key West International Airport, schedule your trip for August (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from New York to Key West International Airport (EYW)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from New York to Key West International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Key West, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Key West is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to EYW in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 18ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Key West International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Key West
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Key West International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Key West:
One of the best ways to experience Key West is to visit its popular attractions. Essential stops include Mallory Square, The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park.
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