Travelling from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN). Check out your options for heading out from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The timezone in Balikpapan is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of New York. Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to BPN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.1% of flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your New York to BPN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
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 taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LGA is a dependable starting point for your trip.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
Consider booking a hotel close to BPN if you have a late flight from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is ج.م. 29,189. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 54,443. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to BPN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
August is the most popular month for flights from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN). Plan your visit to Balikpapan in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Balikpapan is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your New York to BPN flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Balikpapan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Balikpapan right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from New York to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. BSB Beach, Lamaru Beach and Bangkirai Bridge are must-visits when exploring Balikpapan.
Explore more of Indonesia
Balikpapan is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres north-east of Balikpapan, a visit to Bontang will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Mangrove Board Walk, Beras Basah Beach and Masjid Al Aqsha.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Balikpapan, Barabai is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Start your sightseeing at Masjid Al-Munawwarah Pajukungan, Masjid Shulaha and Mesjid Al Magfirah Batali.
