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Cheapest round-trip
$242
Typical prices: $201-$331
JetBlue
Mon 1/15Thu 1/18
CLE - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$242
Typical prices: $201-$330
JetBlue
Wed 2/7Fri 2/16
CLE - JFK • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, American Airlines and JetBlue. Average duration is 1h 51m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $128 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to John F Kennedy Intl (CLE-JFK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to John F Kennedy Intl

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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7:00 am - 12:48 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 48m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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8:48 pm - 10:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 08mnonstop
$242JetBlue
Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:00 am - 7:43 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 43mnonstop
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8:47 pm - 10:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 08mnonstop
$242JetBlue
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 3
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 11:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:05 am - 10:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 09mnonstop
$243Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:10 am - 11:55 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:59 am - 11:59 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 00mnonstop
$243Delta
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:00 am - 7:44 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 44mnonstop
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3:45 pm - 9:11 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 26m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$243JetBlue
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 12:16 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:25 pm - 10:29 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$243Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 4:19 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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3:29 pm - 5:34 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 05mnonstop
$247American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:31 pm - 7:35 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 04mnonstop
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11:00 am - 12:57 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 57mnonstop
$247American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Jan 1
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7:00 am - 12:27 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 27m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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7:00 am - 8:31 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
13h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$756Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
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8:01 am - 10:59 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:30 am - 11:49 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 19m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$826Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from $201 to $331. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $242, on JetBlue.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $212 round-trip.
•December ($289) and November ($284) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cleveland to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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Key details for Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$124
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cleveland to John F Kennedy Intl

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Your Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:51 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:36 pm and lands at 8:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 51m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 1h 51m, covering 424 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $201 to $331, with an average of $258 over the past 12 months. Anything below $201 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $258 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $128 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $257 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are:

    • JetBlue: 94% on time
    • Delta: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 87% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $241 to $1,168. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $74 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

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

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $234 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $285, a difference of $51.

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

  • What airlines fly from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 59m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 33m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

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

Your guide to booking Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $234, about $51 less than Sunday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $212 round-trip in that month - typically $77 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with JetBlue. Over the past three months, 94% of JetBlue flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 19m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $128 round-trip on this route - about $129 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cleveland Hopkins Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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