Traveling from New York to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore the options for booking a flight from New York to Tucson International Airport (TUS) taking off from either of these.
The timezone in Tucson is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York. Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to TUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is around 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 traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Tucson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 15 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to TUS flight:
73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 11 miles away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Tucson International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Tucson International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TUS instead:
Pick up a Tucson International Airport rental car and explore Tucson and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your New York to Tucson International Airport flight.
The address for TUS is 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Central Tucson is around 13 miles from Tucson International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It takes around 3 hours 5 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
At the moment, $97 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Tucson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $238. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to TUS, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable New York to Tucson International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Tucson International Airport (TUS). October is when most people visit Tucson. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in May.
The warmest month in Tucson is June, with temperatures ranging between 66ºF and 100ºF. Lock in your New York to TUS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Tucson International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 36ºF and 68ºF.
More about Tucson
Start your Tucson trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Tucson International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Saguaro National Park East Unit, Airplane Boneyard and National Parks Conservation are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Tucson itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tucson. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Camelback Mountain, Cholla Trailhead Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room.
Mesa is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 100 miles north-west of Tucson. No journey is complete without experiencing Mesa Arts Center, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.