Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is one hour ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BHM to JFK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BHM and JFK include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is 310 €. A return fare right now is 352 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BHM to JFK, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHM to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BHM land at their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
To reach Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider staying in a hotel near JFK if you're taking a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit New York in May.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
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