Travelling from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-5, which makes New York one hour ahead of Jackson.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your JAN to JFK flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JAN and JFK:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight is R 3,113. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,226. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from JAN to JFK, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
Handy information about Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN)
JAN's address is 100 International Drive, Suite 300.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jackson-Evers International Airport, data shows 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Jackson to Jackson-Evers International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to JAN? If you're catching an early flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
If you're getting in on a late Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Go where the road takes you with a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and see more of New York and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
New York John F. Kennedy Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Jackson-Evers International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport for July if you'd like to explore 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 JAN to JFK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
