Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 10 minutes.
New York is eight hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Take your pick of 20 weekly Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. The 02:35 departure with Emirates is the earliest available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 08:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your DXB to JFK flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best 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 fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into New York (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Emirates.
Among carriers operating DXB to JFK flights, Emirates is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DXB and JFK include:
Queen Alia International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
326 € is the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start from 458 €. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from DXB to JFK, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding cheap flights from DXB to JFK is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider booking a hotel near JFK if you're on a late Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle 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 driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.