Flying from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York one hour ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your MDW to JFK flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MDW and JFK include:
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is 88 €. A return plane ticket right now is 177 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MDW to JFK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
77.88% of flights that take off from Chicago Midway International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDW? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're coming in on a late Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience more of New York and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit New York in May.
Book your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MDW to JFK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.