$178 Cheap flight deals from Bellingham (FRD) to New York (NYC)

Bellingham Airport Information

You will find cheap air tickets for flights from Bellingham or any place between Seattle and the Canadian border via Bellingham International Airport (BLI) on Orbitz.com. Located three miles to the northwest of Bellingham City off Interstate 5, Exit 258, the airport is 30 minutes to the south of the Canadian border and serves regular flights to Seattle's Sea-Tac area. There is one runway and four boarding gates at the passenger terminal. BLI flights are offered by Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air and Horizon Air.

Parking at the Airport

Directly across from the passenger terminal of the airport are the short- and long-term parking lots. Orbitz.com will make arrangements for safe and affordable parking, and you can pay with cash or a credit card in the baggage claim area. Relatively cheaper off-airport parking is available.

Ground Transportation Information

Shuttle buses traverse the distances between the parking lots and the terminals. Orbitz.com will arrange for transportation to the airport via taxis, rental cars or shuttle services, such as Bellair Charters and Quick Shuttle. A taxi ride from Western Washington University in Bellingham to the airport will cost between $20 and $25.

Dining at the Airport

For Mexican delicacies, visit Taco Bell at 100 E Stuart Rd. Baskin-Robbins, located at 1235 W Bakerview Rd., serves a variety of fast food dishes. Other restaurants found near the airport include Subway, Mykonos Greek Restaurant, Halibut Henry's NW Gifts, Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza, Melody Hall and Magic Dragon. You can find affordable flights from Bellingham at 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.