Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 3 hours 33 minutes. New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport start from 06:00 — the first with JetBlue Airways. The last flight of the day is the 18:33 service with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 6 services every week from IAH to JFK.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IAH and JFK include:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 95 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 163 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAH to JFK.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to IAH:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you have a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the centre of New York is around 48 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAH to JFK around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from IAH to JFK:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
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