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Cheapest round-trip
$656
Typical prices: $685-$1,000
Royal Jordanian
Mon 11/19Sat 11/24
DXB - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,297
Typical prices: $1,262-$1,481
Emirates
Thu 2/15Thu 2/22
DXB - JFK • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 14h 37m
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Most punctual • 71% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $658 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to John F Kennedy Intl (DXB-JFK)

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

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
Royal Jordanian Logo
6:45 am - 4:15 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
9:05 pm - 9:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$656Royal Jordanian
Tue, Mar 30 - Wed, Apr 7
Gulf Air Logo
11:35 pm - 9:25 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
3:00 pm - 3:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$660Gulf Air
Thu, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 7
Gulf Air Logo
9:00 pm - 9:25 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
3:00 pm - 3:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$668Gulf Air
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Royal Jordanian Logo
6:45 am - 4:15 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
9:05 pm - 9:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$708Royal Jordanian
Fri, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 28
Kuwait Airways Logo
4:30 am - 2:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 30m1 stop Kuwait City
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5:55 pm - 5:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 00m1 stop Kuwait City
$709Kuwait Airways
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 7
SAUDIA Logo
4:00 pm - 9:00 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 00m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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11:00 am - 2:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 30m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$746SAUDIA
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 7
SAUDIA Logo
4:00 pm - 9:00 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 00m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA Logo
11:00 am - 2:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 30m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$747SAUDIA
Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 18
ITA Airways Logo
1:50 am - 1:20 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 30m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
ITA Airways Logo
5:35 pm - 7:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$770ITA Airways
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Feb 1
ITA Airways Logo
1:50 am - 2:15 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
ITA Airways Logo
9:05 pm - 7:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
37h 45m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$772ITA Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 7
Qatar Airways Logo
10:25 pm - 3:00 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:30 am - 10:25 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,243Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from $685 to $1,000. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $656, on Royal Jordanian.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $677 round-trip.
•August ($1,051) and May ($997) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% 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 Dubai to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$496
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Dubai to John F Kennedy Intl

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Your Dubai 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 Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 2:35 am and lands at 5:12 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 am and lands at 11:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 14h 37m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 14h 37m, covering 6,831 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Round-trip flights from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $685 to $1,000, with an average of $812 over the past 12 months. Anything below $685 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $812 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $658 round-trip via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH), compared to $1,342 for nonstop.

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

    Emirates is the only airline operating Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights. 71% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $518, which is 23% 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 $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

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

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

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

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dubai 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 Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 58m.

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

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

    • Kuwait City (KWI) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $770 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $899, a difference of $129.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Only Emirates operates flights between Dubai and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 38m, compared with 17h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 17h 35m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 8 hours behind Dubai (Eastern Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Emirates: 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 Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Emirates: 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 Dubai 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $770, about $129 less than Friday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $677 round-trip in that month - typically $374 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Manama Bahrain Intl Airport (BAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $658 round-trip on this route - about $684 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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