Travelling from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is eight hours behind Damascus, where Damascus International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DAM to New York flight.
Flying over a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling from central Damascus to DAM takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
When it comes to Damascus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Damascus International Airport to New York flight is ج.م. 27,050. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 50,429. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from DAM to New York, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Damascus International Airport to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DAM to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Damascus International Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
There are some great places to rest your head close to EWR. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your DAM to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will help you save.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Damascus International Airport to New York.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to LGA. Get settled at one of these options after your DAM to New York flight:
Around two weeks before your flight from Damascus International Airport to New York is a good time to secure your ride from LGA. You're more likely to get a better rate or score some early bird savings.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Damascus International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to travel to New York. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Damascus International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAM to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Damascus International Airport to New York, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring New York.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
