Travelling from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) leaving from either of these.
The average time for a direct New York to Jacksonville International Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Jacksonville's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York. Jacksonville International Airport is located in Jacksonville.
The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), with 36 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from JFK to JAX is the 6:30am JetBlue Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 9:10pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from New York to JAX won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Get there in one go from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Direct flights from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) are available from here.
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from New York to Jacksonville International Airport leaving from JFK.
Delta Air Lines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from JFK to JAX.
Delta Air Lines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) plane ticket with departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Figure out if flying from EWR works better for your plans.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to JAX are available with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to JAX.
The most punctual carrier is United Airlines. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to Jacksonville International Airport flights land as planned 76.95% of the time.
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to JAX flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Board once and be on your way from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Jacksonville International Airport are available from here.
Take off from LGA with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct New York to JAX plane tickets.
Most passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines from LGA to JAX.
With an impressive 84.95% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your New York to Jacksonville International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
LGA has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Have a late flight from New York to Jacksonville International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near JAX and turn out the lights sooner:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your New York to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
Jacksonville International Airport to the centre of Jacksonville is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
R 1,245 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Jacksonville International Airport. Return flights start at R 2,156. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
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The best time to fly from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Jacksonville. July is when most people book flights from New York to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a New York to JAX plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Jacksonville to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Jacksonville International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Jacksonville
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jacksonville right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from New York to Jacksonville International Airport:
St. John's Cathedral and San Marco Historic District are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Jacksonville travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Jacksonville. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
Orlando is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville. No journey is complete without visiting Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.