Flying from New York to Skopje International Airport (SKP): What you need to know
Organizing your flight from New York to Skopje International Airport (SKP) begins with finding the most convenient airport to make your exit from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Skopje is five hours ahead of New York. Skopje International Airport is located in Skopje, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from New York to SKP. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from New York to SKP with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JFK and SKP include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
JFK is about 30 miles from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Skopje International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Skopje International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and SKP are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 15 miles or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SKP flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 11 miles from central New York. The drive from the city center to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Make catching an early New York to Skopje International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
About Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Skopje International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Follow your own route with a Skopje International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and see more of Skopje and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Skopje International Airport flight.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to central Skopje is about 11 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
$241 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Skopje International Airport. Return flights start from $355. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to SKP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest New York to Skopje International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from New York to Skopje International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Skopje. July is when most people book flights from New York to Skopje International Airport (SKP), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Skopje is August, with temperatures ranging between 61ºF and 91ºF. Book your New York to SKP plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Skopje International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºF and 46ºF.
More about Skopje
Start your Skopje trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Skopje International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Holocaust Memorial Centre and Macedonia Square are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Skopje itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lake Matka.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Bitola is just one of the many places in North Macedonia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Skopje. Around 65 miles away to the south, its top attractions include Heraclea, Ancient Macedonian City Heraclea Lyncestis and Stevchov vodopad.
Around 70 miles south-west of Skopje, Ohrid is another essential stop in North Macedonia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ohrid Lake cruises Mato Catamarans Excursions, Ohrid Lake and Ohrid Old City.
