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I'm about to book flights for our trip from DFW to NYC next summer using AA miles. At this point we can fly into any of the 3 airports and will be staying at the Embassy Suites in Lower Manhattan.
We (3 adults, 1 child) will be arriving on a Friday around noon and leaving the following Saturday in the late afternoon. I realize that EWR is the closest distance wise, but am thinking of flying into LGA since it is cheaper to pre-book via Dial7.
Now I know $15 each way is not a lot of money, but hey - it is $30 that we can spend somewhere else. Does my reasoning make sense or would it be better/easier to just fly into EWR?
One last question - is it too early to request a Big Apple Greeter for next summer?
Thanks so much!
Using Miles to NYC - Now Trying to Decide Which Airport?
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EWR will probably be easier; can take a taxi or shuttle to the city
A taxi or car service from Newark will cost you a lot more than $30, and there's really not much of a difference in the distance between EWR/NYC and LGA/NYC.
So, I'd say LGA.
I generally prefer LGA for domestic flights. If you're taking a car service, then it won't make any difference that it's a bit further to the financial district than to Midtown.
If you have a choice, I'd suggest you look for more central accommodations if you can find something in your price range. It's a very long slog all the way downtown from most of the tourist sites, especially with a child and because there are infinitely fewer dining options down there. (I'm assuming you're staying 8 nights, not just 1 night.) You certainly have plenty of time in case you find a better deal.
Well, generally I would agree with you, Doug, but my husband works for Hilton & we were able to get a suite for $39 per night for 8 nights so we're willing to deal with the hassle of being further away from the sites (and are comfortable using public transportation).
I'm with Doug--transportation is easier and cheaper from LGA because you are not crossing state lines.
If the flights are perfectly free I would do either LGA - if you're doing a car service - or JFK (if you're doing public transit - but cheper only if you do subway and I woudn't do that with luggage and a small child).
Some moderately priced hotels with suites that are more conveniently located are: Affinia hotels (there a several different ones), Doubletree Suites and the Hotel Avalon.
I also prefer LGA airport but any of them are fine (EWR is probably the priciest for cab/car service). Since price isn't a concern here with airfare, I'd go with the flights with the best schedule.
With 4 people, and 1 being a child, I won't bother with public transportation. I'd take a taxi.