Airports Near Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty — New York, United States. The closest airports, distances, and the best gateway to fly into.
The nearest airport to Statue of Liberty is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly a 21 min transfer by road.
Nearest airports to Statue of Liberty
| Airport | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)Intl | 6 mi | 21 min |
| La Guardia Airport (LGA) | 11 mi | 36 min |
| Teterboro Airport (TEB) | 11 mi | 38 min |
| Linden Airport (LDJ) | 12 mi | 40 min |
| John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK)Intl | 14 mi | 28 min |
| Essex County Airport (CDW) | 18 mi | 35 min |
Straight-line distance and an estimated road transfer time. Airports marked “Intl” are major international gateways with the widest choice of flights.
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Getting to Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty sits in New York, United States. The nearest airport, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), is the natural arrival point, about a 21 min transfer away.
Which airport should you fly into?
If you are flying internationally, the major gateway is almost always the better choice — more routes, more competition on fares, and easier onward transport. A smaller airport closer to Statue of Liberty can save transfer time, but usually only makes sense if you are already in the region or connecting on a domestic flight. Compare the journey time in the table above against the fare difference before deciding.
From the airport to Statue of Liberty
The simplest option after a long flight is a pre-booked private transfer that meets you at arrivals. Taxis and ride-hailing apps work well over shorter distances, and many gateways have train or bus links into the city. Build the transfer time into your plans — especially if you have a timed entry ticket for Statue of Liberty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), about 6 mi (10 km) from Statue of Liberty.