New York to Liberia (JFK–LIR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–LIR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,197 miles in approximately 5h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 8 | 321 | 5h22-5h31 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | 738 | 5h41 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Liberia from New York
| Metric | JFK→LIR | TEB→LIR | EWR→LIR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 1 | 14 |
| Flight time | 5h 22m | 2h 29m | 5h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · LIR: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 4:00 PM in Liberia.
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–LIR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to LIR
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and JetBlue. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to LIR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to LIR ranges from 5 hours 22 minutes to 5 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,197 miles (3,535 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).