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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $361. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.$315 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $315, select.
New York.$320 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
New York.$361 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.
New York.$439 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.
New York.$641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.
New York.$676 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $676, select.
New York.$742 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $742, select.
New York.$770 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 12 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $770, select.

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Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York John F. Kennedy.

New York LaGuardia

13km from central New York
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New York Newark

14km from central New York
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New York John F. Kennedy

21km from central New York
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Westchester County

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Islip

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Philadelphia to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$315
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy is $314. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy. But we found flights with one stop from $315.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Monday, 10 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia and New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to New York John F. Kennedy is jetBlue .

Flying from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know

  • New York (where New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Philadelphia to JFK. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a peak month like October, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and spring break.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • PHL is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

  • Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.

  • PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • You can reach TTN from central Philadelphia in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to JFK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:

  • Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them landing within the expected time frame.

  • The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

About New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Getting from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • At the moment, $158 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $315. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to JFK, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Philadelphia to JFK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Plan your visit to New York in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • Lock in a Philadelphia to JFK plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done New York, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 137 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to tick off its top sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, consider Baltimore, roughly 290 kilometres southwest of New York. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are the start of reasons to visit.

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