Vancouver to New York Flights

Whether you want to get a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty or go to a Broadway show, it's simple to plan a trip from Vancouver to New York when you use Orbitz.com. The website provides all the tools you need to plan your vacation. You can book a flight, reserve a hotel room and purchase tickets to local attractions all in one place.

Vancouver International Airport

The Vancouver International Airport is located at 3211 Grant McConachie Way, 7.5 miles from downtown Vancouver. Eight airlines offer flights from Vancouver to New York, including Air Canada, US Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines.

If you want to leave your car at the airport while you travel, you have three parking options from which to choose. The hourly/daily lot charges $30 per day or $176 per week. The economy lot charges $21 per day or $138 per week. The cheapest option is the long-term lot, which charges $15.75 per day or $102 per week. You can also take the Canada Line, Vancouver's rapid transit system, from downtown Vancouver to the airport. The ride takes 26 minutes and tickets cost between $2.50 and $5, depending on your origin. You can take a taxicab from downtown to the airport for between $30 and $32.

If you want to get something to eat before your flight, the airport has numerous dining options in the U.S.A. Terminal. You can grab coffee and a snack from Starbucks or the Euro Café. If you want a quick meal, you can choose from Hanami Asian Cuisine, Orange Julius or the Skyway Café. If you are looking for a full-service restaurant, you can eat at The Globe.

New York City, New York

It's hard to get bored in New York City. You can eat your way through Chinatown, learn about America's past at Ellis Island or go ice-skating at Rockefeller Center. From Central Park to the Statue of Liberty, there's something that everyone will enjoy in the Big Apple.

Exploring New York City

Flights from Vancouver can arrive at any of New York's three major airports: Newark Liberty International Airport, John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport or LaGuardia Airport. All three airports are located within 20 miles of Midtown Manhattan. There are a variety of ground transportation options available at all three airports. If your flight lands at LaGuardia, you can take a taxicab to Manhattan for between $21 and $30. Cab fares to other areas of the city cost between $17 and $58. You can also take the NYC Airporter shuttle bus to Manhattan for $12.75. If you fly into JFK, you can take AirTrain JFK from the airport to Jamaica Station then catch the subway into Manhattan. You can also take the NYC Airporter for $15.75 or take a cab to Manhattan for $45. If your flight lands at Newark, cab fare to Manhattan will cost between $50 and $70. If you'd prefer to have your own vehicle, you can use Orbitz.com to reserve a rental car.

The summer months in New York City are hot and humid. Average temperatures range from the low 60s to the mid-80s. Average winter temperatures range from the mid-20s to the low 40s, and snow is common, so make sure you pack boots. If you visit New York City in the early fall, you'll arrive in time to see the leaves on the trees change colors. The weather is still warm during the day, but it gets chilly at night. While the city is beautiful in the fall, you need to pack clothes that you can layer to stay warm.

If you love art, visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. You'll also find a variety of small art galleries in Soho. You can also take a relaxing walk through Central Park or across the Brooklyn Bridge. Other area attractions include the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Rockefeller Center and the Empire State Building.

Plan a New York Vacation

Orbitz.com makes planning a trip from Vancouver to New York simple. The website allows you to find good rates on hotel accommodations, flights and rental cars. However, you can also use the website to purchase tickets to local attractions and Broadway shows.