Travelling from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main terminals in New York.
Leipzig is five hours ahead of New York. Leipzig/Halle Airport is located in Leipzig, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from New York to LEJ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to LEJ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and LEJ:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to LEJ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
73.3% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your plans go off without a hitch.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Book a hotel close to LEJ if you have a late flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car and discover Leipzig and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Leipzig. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport is P20,228. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P37,277. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to LEJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find a cheap flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Leipzig based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a New York to LEJ plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Leipzig to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Leipzig
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Leipzig/Halle Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Leipzig:
Your Leipzig visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Leipzig, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey about 145 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall, your itinerary will be busy.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.