Flying from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) setting off from either of these.
1 hour 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct New York to Boston Logan International Airport flight.
New York and Boston (where Boston Logan International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), with 98 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from JFK to BOS is the 5:15am JetBlue Airways option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 11:25pm with JetBlue Airways.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from New York to BOS.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) take off from this terminal.
At JFK, there's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from New York to Boston Logan International Airport, such as:
JetBlue is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from JFK to BOS.
With 74.64% of services landing as planned, Delta is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Boston Logan International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) plane ticket with departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether departing from EWR makes the most sense for you.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to BOS can be booked with United Airlines.
On the EWR to BOS route, United is the preferred choice of many.
Delta is the most reliable carrier flying from Newark Liberty International Airport to Boston Logan International Airport, with 73.62% of its services reaching their destination on time.
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to BOS flight:
71% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Board once and be on your way from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Boston Logan International Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with Delta Air Lines. It offers direct New York to BOS plane tickets from LGA.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Delta from LGA to BOS.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 71.58% of its services arriving on schedule.
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Boston Logan International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down when they should. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Boston Logan International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near BOS:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your New York to Boston Logan International Airport flight.
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
From Boston Logan International Airport, central Boston is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Boston Logan International Airport is $141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to BOS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Boston Logan International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Plan your visit to Boston in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Boston is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your New York to BOS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Boston Logan International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Boston
Start your Boston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Boston Logan International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your Boston visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Yonkers is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Boston. Around 290 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester, Philipse Manor Hall and Old Croton Aqueduct Trailhead.
Around 137 kilometres west of Boston, Springfield is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums.






































