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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $290-$450
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
MEM - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$188
Typical prices: $170-$388
American Airlines
Mon 11/19
MEM - JFK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $276 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to John F Kennedy Intl (MEM-JFK)

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

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:43 am - 6:00 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:50 pm - 12:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
10h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$385American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:42 am - 7:45 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:56 pm - 12:34 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
10h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$385American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:43 am - 6:00 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 10:15 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$391American Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:56 am - 10:25 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:29 am - 8:02 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
13h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$401American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
1:42 pm - 8:24 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:54 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:15 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:15 pm - 11:33 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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1:42 pm - 9:54 pmMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:54 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Frontier Logo
6:49 pm - 10:03 amMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 14m1 stop Orlando
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7:35 pm - 10:54 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
16h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$443Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:49 pm - 10:03 amMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 14m1 stop Orlando
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9:25 pm - 7:34 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
23h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$519Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:49 pm - 11:00 amMEM  Memphis-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 11m2 stops Orlando Miami
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9:25 pm - 7:34 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEM Memphis
23h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$575Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from $290 to $450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•April and July are the cheapest months to fly from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $294 round-trip.
•September ($478) and November ($429) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$188
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 110% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Memphis to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Memphis 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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 962 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $290 to $450, with an average of $360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $290 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $360 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $276 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $356 for nonstop.

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

    Delta is the only airline operating Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights. 70% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Embraer 170 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Memphis 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 $385 to $1,289. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $267, which is 11% 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 Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

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

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Memphis 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 Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 30% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 11m.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $398, a difference of $60.

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

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 5h 30m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Memphis (Eastern Time vs Central 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.

Your guide to booking Memphis 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 $338, about $60 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $184 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $276 round-trip on this route - about $80 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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