Travelling from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport flight.
New York and Basseterre (where Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB). Choose from 3 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 6:59am departure between JFK and SKB.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SKB, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) can be booked from this terminal.
Top carriers that have direct flights from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport leaving from JFK include:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with JetBlue Airways from JFK to SKB.
Delta Air Lines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to SKB departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Planning to leave from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
United Airlines offers direct flights from New York to SKB out of EWR. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
On the EWR to SKB route, United Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
United Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, with 77.78% of its services arriving on schedule.
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
You can arrive at EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to SKB flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a flight ticket from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) with a stop or two leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). These are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and SKB:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
Book a hotel close to SKB if you have a late flight from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport is $392. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $696. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from New York to SKB, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Affordable New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB), while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Basseterre based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your New York to SKB flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Basseterre, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Basseterre
After booking your flight from New York to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Basseterre:
Your Basseterre visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include St. Kitts Scenic Railway, Port Zante and Immaculate Conception Co-Cathedral Catholic Church.