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Cheapest round-trip
$226
Typical prices: $201-$344
JetBlue
Tue 12/11Fri 12/14
JFK - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$230
Typical prices: $201-$342
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Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
JFK - CLE • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta, American Airlines and JetBlue. Average duration is 1h 58m
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Most punctual • 89% 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 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $189 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cleveland (JFK-CLE)

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

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:30 am - 12:01 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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1:00 pm - 7:50 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$226JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:30 am - 12:01 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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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
$230JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:45 pm - 9:44 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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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
$230JetBlue
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:34 pm - 4:33 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 59mnonstop
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5:13 pm - 7:05 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$232Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:50 pm - 10:53 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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5:13 pm - 7:05 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$232Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:50 pm - 10:53 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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7:05 am - 8:53 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 48mnonstop
$237Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
8:28 am - 12:11 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
3h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:38 pm - 7:30 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$242American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:30 am - 12:24 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 54mnonstop
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8:16 am - 1:58 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$242American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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1:00 pm - 8:52 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 7:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 39mnonstop
$261Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2
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1:00 pm - 8:52 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:45 pm - 11:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$262Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland flights

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

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland start at $226. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $201 to $344. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $226 on JetBlue.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland at $211 round-trip.
  • December ($340) and March ($312) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Cleveland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and 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.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CLE

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cleveland

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

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

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $189 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $263 for nonstop.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

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

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Boston Logan Intl (BOS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $235 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $334, a difference of $99. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 24 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 16%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cleveland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:29 am and lands at 10:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:02 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 58m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $264. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland takes 1h 58m, covering 424 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland 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 $226 to $1,057. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does American Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland flights?

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

    • American Airlines: 89% on time
    • Delta: 83% on time
    • JetBlue: 70% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 84% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 01m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 11h 50m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What car rental options are available at Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland range from $201 to $344, with an average of $264 over the past 12 months. Anything below $201 counts as a good deal.

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

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

    • • American Airlines
    • • Delta
    • • 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.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $235 - about $99 less than Sunday (30% 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 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland trip for April. Fares historically average $211 round-trip in that month - typically $129 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of American Airlines flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cleveland arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 24 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • 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 $189 round-trip on this route - about $74 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport.
    - Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Airport
    - Extended Stay America Select Suites - Cleveland - Airport

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

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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