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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:33 am
• Latest: departs at 8:06 pm and lands at 9:39 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 1h 33m, covering 300 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $168 to $298, with an average of $225 over the past 12 months. Anything below $168 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $225 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $226 round-trip, compared to $238 via a layover through Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $260 to $860. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

• JetBlue
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $143, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Flights from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

One-stop flights from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $205 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $249, a difference of $44.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Buffalo and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 5h 39m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and 8h 36m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Buffalo to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, you can still get value for your money despite the short nature of the trip. With a first-class ticket, you get priority boarding and check-in meaning you don’t have to wait in line for a long time. You will also get a drink of your choice to enjoy during the trip as well as a comfortable seat with extra legroom. Lastly, depending on the airline you can access a library of movies and shows for your entertainment during the trip.

Either Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia (LGA) can serve as an alternate landing airport to JFK. Both are significantly less busy compared to JFK which means shorter security lines and minimum waiting times when clearing through security. The two airports are also relatively closer to downtown Manhattan, therefore, providing easy and quick access to the city center after landing.

Yes, you can book a solo ticket for your child as long as they are older than five years. This is the minimum age by most airlines, including Delta and United Airlines, for a child to be allowed to fly alone. If they are younger than 12 years, you will be required to pay an extra fee along with the ticket for the unaccompanied minors service which ensures that your child is well taken care of during the entire trip. It is worth mentioning that the service is also available to children older than 12 but only optional if the parent deems it fit.

Of the airlines serving this route, American Airlines has arguably the best sustainability record. At the start of the decade, they were the leading airline in the country in usage of sustainable aviation fuel which is a lot more friendly to the environment compared to jet fuel. The airline is also upgrading its fleet to make them more fuel efficient and hence reduce carbon emissions per flight.