Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Durham and New York follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
Every week, there are 519 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, go for the 05:13 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:43 with American Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RDU to JFK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New York holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United States:
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating RDU to JFK flights. A dependable 83.83% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RDU and JFK:
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
42 € is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start at 98 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from RDU to JFK, reserve your trip eight months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central New York. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.