Why Last-minute Flights Are so Expensive — and How to Save Anyway

"A smaller regional airport serving the greater New York market that can be a useful alternative to the big-city airports; with lower traffic and different airline service patterns, it can sometimes yield lower fares or last‑minute deals for travelers willing to use a less central airport." - Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek is a space, travel, and design journalist with expertise in aviation, meteorology, and polar regions. She was a former editor at Architectural Digest, TripAdvisor, and ArtNews. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines