Northeastern: fly or drive?
Should you fly or drive to visit Northeastern in Boston, Massachusetts? The nearest airport is BOS (Boston Logan, 12 min from campus). Here's how to decide based on where you're coming from.
Fri, Sep 11 → Sun, Sep 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults
2 nights
2 adults
The short answer
It depends. Drive if you're under 4 hours away; fly if over 7. Between 4 and 7 hours, drive for two colleges (the car's flexibility wins) and fly for one (the time savings wins).
Nearest airport
Airport
BOS
Boston Logan
Drive to campus
12 min
without traffic
Backup airport
PVD
Providence
Fly-in program
No
standard visit
Drive times from major metros
| From | Distance | Drive time | Recommend |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 222 mi | 4 h 32 m | Either |
| Chicago, IL | 1000 mi | 20 h 24 m | Fly |
| Atlanta, GA | 1102 mi | 22 h 29 m | Fly |
| Dallas, TX | 1826 mi | 37 h 16 m | Fly |
| Los Angeles, CA | 3056 mi | 62 h 21 m | Fly |
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