Lihue (Island of Kauai) to New York Flights

Cheap Flights from Lihue

Finding cheap flights from Lihue to interisland or overseas destinations is easy with Orbitz.com. Flyers working with a limited budget can find low-cost flights by browsing the rates of a variety of airlines all at one time. Lihue Airport (LIH) is located on the Island of Kauai in Lihue at 3901 Mokulele Loop. The airport is approximately 2.5 miles from the downtown area. Airlines providing flights out of LIH include United Airlines, American Airlines, US Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Continental Airlines and a few more. Orbitz.com has a trip planner feature that can help you plan your journey from the Lihue area.

Airport Parking Information

LIH offers public parking off the Mokulele Loop. There is a ticket dispenser at the entrance of the parking area. Tickets need to be presented to the parking attendant upon exiting the parking lot and can be paid by cash or credit card.

Airport Transportation Information

Because the airport is so close to the downtown area, you can easily walk or take a bicycle. Airport transportation also is available through a number of shuttles, taxi companies and buses. The Island of Kauai's bus system runs Monday through Friday from 5:27 a.m. to 10:40 p.m. and on weekends and holidays from 6:21 a.m. to 5:50 p.m. Orbitz.com can set up travel arrangements for travelers using the Lihue airport.

Lihue Airport Restaurants

There are a variety of dining options available at this airport. The HMS Host Café is open from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and offers a full breakfast, pastries, club sandwiches and salads. The airport also has a full-service bar from 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The bar also serves sandwiches. There is also a Starbucks Coffee where travelers can get a bite to eat and something to drink. This coffee shop is open from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and serves espresso drinks, brewed coffee and a variety of salads, pastries and sandwiches. Let Orbitz.com help plan your Lihue trip and find cheap flights from Lihue for you.

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.