The nearest airport is in John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), located 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.), which is 19.5 mi (31.3 km) away.
Catch a ride on the metro at Bronx Park East Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.