Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Canberra's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Canberra 15 hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your JFK to CBR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport flight is $1,420. A return plane ticket is currently $2,056. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from JFK to CBR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JFK to CBR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
If you're landing on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CBR:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and explore Canberra and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Canberra Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
From Canberra Airport, Canberra is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport is January, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Canberra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JFK to CBR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Canberra, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres north-east to Sydney to check off its leading sights. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Melbourne is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra. No trip is complete without seeing Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.