Longview to New York Flights

East Texas Regional Airport

You can book cheap flights from Longview by using Orbitz.com. East Texas Regional Airport serves the Longview, Texas, area and is located nine miles from the central business district of Longview. The airport serves more than 25,000 passengers each year. The airport is mostly used for general aviation, but commercial flights are still available. American Eagle primarily serves this small regional airport.

East Texas Regional Airport Parking

East Regional Airport offers totally free parking for its patrons. Simply park and go on about your business.

East Texas Regional Airport Transportation

East Texas Regional Airport offers several ground transportation options for travelers. Bisease Limousine Service offers its services to the airport. The London Cab Company is the primary taxi service at this airport. Expect a taxi ride from downtown Longview to the airport to cost about $20 and take 15 minutes.

East Texas Regional Airport Restaurants

East Texas Regional Airport is a very small airport and lacks any restaurants or cafes for patrons to dine in. However, one can stop by the Airport Cafe on 1037 Mitchell Pkwy, which is a few minutes from the airport and serves traditional American cuisine. You can dine on hamburgers, sandwiches, pastries, and desserts before heading on to the airport. The airport does have several vending machines where you can purchase drinks and snacks. Remember that you can purchase cheap flights from Longview with the help of Orbitz.com.

New York Airport Information

There are two major airports, John F. Kennedy International (JFK) and LaGuardia, that service travelers flying into New York City. When you use Orbitz.com to book your flights to New York, you will be able to choose from almost every major domestic and international air passenger carrier. LaGuardia Airport is roughly nine miles east of Manhattan, while JFK is almost 20 miles to the southeast. If you can't find the flight that you want, you can also fly into Newark International Airport, roughly 19 miles northeast of Manhattan.

Ground Transportation in New York

New York has plenty of public transportation, so getting around should be fairly easy. If you fly into LaGuardia, you will have to take a taxi, bus, or shared van for at least a portion of the trip, because there is no rail or subway service from the airport. Expect a cab ride from LaGuardia to Manhattan to cost anywhere from $20 to $40. Although JFK is further from the city, you can hop on the AirTrain, which will take you to the subway or the Long Island Railroad. If you choose to take a cab from JFK into Manhattan, expect to pay $45 or more for the ride. You will also be responsible for any tolls that are incurred during the trip. If you use Orbitz.com to book your hotel, you may be able to find one that offers free shuttle service to and from the airport.

New York Area Weather Information

New York tends to be cold in the winter, wet in the spring and humid in the summer. Winter temperatures fluctuate between the 20s and 30s, while summer temperatures can soar to the 90s. New York City averages 27 inches of snow each winter, so be sure to pack your parka and snow boots if you plan to be there between November and February. Use the Orbitz.com travel planner to put together your itinerary and choose a temperate time to visit the city.

What to Do in New York

New York City is an urban adventurer's paradise. From the theaters on Broadway to the lights in Times Square, there is are activities for all ages. Go skating in Central Park, take a horse-and-buggy ride around Central Park South or go shopping on Fifth Avenue. Although New York is home to some of the finest restaurants on the east coast, don't forget to try the rich variety of street foods that are available. Enjoy your time in the city, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you are looking for budget flights to New York.