Ithaca to New York Flights

Tompkins Regional Airport

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Parking at Tompkins

The parking lots at the airport are divided into short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking is available for periods of 24 hours or less, while long-term parking is suitable for those traveling for several days. You can park for up to one week in a long-term lot for just $30.

Getting Around Ithaca

You can take a cab to Tompkins Regional Airport and leave your car at home. University Taxi, Yellow Cab, and Cayuga Taxi all offer fares to and from the airport. You will pay a pickup fee and a small amount for each mile that the car drives, but the cost is often less than the fee you would pay for parking. The TCAT, which is the public transportation system, provides a second option for getting to the hotel. The bus only makes stops at specific areas in town, but the price of riding the bus is much less than renting a cab.

Where to Eat

While the Tompkins Regional Airport does not have any restaurants onsite, there are fast food restaurants like McDonald's and Subway nearby. The airport also has several vending machines and shops where you can find snacks and cold drinks while waiting for your flight. If you need low-cost flights, visit Orbitz.com. In addition to cheap flights from Ithaca, Orbitz.com also offers deals on hotels and rental cars.

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.