Cheap flights from Terceira to New York
You are deciding when to travel between the Azorean island of Terceira and one of America's main aviation hubs, whether you want a nonstop service or prefer a connection through another city. The search phrase cheap flights from Terceira to New York leads you here because you need to compare options before committing to dates that suit your budget.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SATA Air AcoresSP | with a stop | — | 12 Dec 2026 | from $476 | Search 12 Dec 2026 |
 PortugNI | with a stop | — | 12 Dec 2026 | from $481 | Search 12 Dec 2026 |
 United AirlinesUA | direct | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 24 Jul 2027 | from $922 | Search 24 Jul 2027 |
 TAP PortugalTP | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 2 Nov 2026 | from $932 | Search 2 Nov 2026 |
 SATA Azores AirlinesS4 | with a stop | — | 17 Nov 2026 | from $1,321 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: March — from $451.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $932 | 2 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $476 | 12 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $476 | 13 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $455 | 1 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $451 | 13 Mar 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $896 | 10 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $922 | 24 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $924 | 2 Aug 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Terceira | Lajes TER | 12 km |
| New York | Newark Liberty International EWR | 14 km |
| New York | John F Kennedy JFK | 21 km |
| New York | La Guardia LGA | 13 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Travelers tend to find better prices outside the peak summer months when families travel and school holidays overlap, with March emerging as a comparatively lighter period for fares. Booking further ahead helps avoid last-minute surcharges, particularly during October through February when demand from visitors to Portugal's islands creates tighter availability on some carriers.
Airlines and what to expect
TAP Portugal offers full-service connections through its hub network, while SATA Air Acores and SATA Azores Airlines provide regional options with different baggage allowances and service levels. United Airlines operates transatlantic routes with its own standards for included amenities. Portug may appear as a carrier option depending on availability and seasonal schedules.
Arriving — New York
New York receives visitors at three major airports: Newark Liberty International sits closest to Manhattan's core, John F Kennedy handles many international arrivals further east, and La Guardia offers shorter distances to midtown destinations. Each airport has different transit options into the city center, from express trains to shuttle services, and you should factor in extra time for customs clearance on your first arrival.
Before you go: USA
- Currency
- USD ($)
- Power sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Language
- Samoan, Hawaiian, Chamorro, Carolinian, Spanish
- Emergency number
- 911
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +1
- Internet domain
- .us
- Population of New York
- 8.8 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC-05 (America/New_York)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm whether Lajes is your departure airport or if another Terceira facility serves your flight dates
- Check baggage allowances separately for each airline since policies differ significantly
- Verify that connecting flights are booked under one reservation when switching carriers
- Ensure your travel documents meet requirements for entry into the United States
- Consider how summer months affect both pricing and availability on this route
Frequently asked questions
Terceira – New York: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for March 2027 — $451. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Terceira – New York: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: SATA Air Acores, Portug, United Airlines, TAP Portugal, SATA Azores Airlines.
Terceira – New York: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Terceira to New York?
The distance is about 3,960 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 5 h 17 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Terceira – New York?
Terceira: Lajes (TER). New York: Newark Liberty International (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), La Guardia (LGA).
What is the time difference between Terceira and New York?
New York is 5 h behind Terceira.