Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 15 hours 55 minutes.
New York is nine hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are 20 Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, jump on the 00:20 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:30 with American Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your DEL to JFK flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in New York — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DEL to JFK flights. An exceptional 81.36% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DEL and JFK:
Pearson International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
R 6,301 is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,177. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DEL to JFK.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights leaving from Indira Gandhi International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near DEL:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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 approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to New York in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 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.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.