Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to New York: what you need to know
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located in Rotterdam. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 5 hours behind Rotterdam.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from RTM to New York. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from RTM to New York with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from Netherlands, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Rotterdam, RTM can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 44 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RTM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to New York
272 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York. Return flights start at 505 €. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from RTM to New York, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The centre of New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 48 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from RTM to New York:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York. August is the most popular month for a trip to New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from RTM to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After locking in your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to New York.