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Cheapest round-trip
$563
Typical prices: $728-$1,040
Gulf Air
Mon 4/9Sun 4/15
JFK - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$631
Typical prices: $861-$1,124
Emirates
Wed 1/17Mon 1/22
JFK - DXB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 12h 30m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $620 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Dubai (JFK-DXB)

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

Fri, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 15
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3:00 pm - 6:10 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
19h 10m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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9:00 pm - 9:25 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$563Gulf Air
Fri, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 15
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3:00 pm - 3:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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5:00 pm - 9:25 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$564Gulf Air
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Jan 28
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9:05 pm - 9:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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6:45 am - 4:15 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$595Royal Jordanian
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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9:05 pm - 9:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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
$595Royal Jordanian
Sun, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 22
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11:00 pm - 8:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
12h 30mnonstop
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2:35 am - 8:15 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 40mnonstop
$631Emirates
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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12:00 pm - 7:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 00m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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9:00 pm - 9:00 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 00m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$657SAUDIA
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:00 pm - 1:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 00m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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2:15 pm - 9:00 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 45m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$657SAUDIA
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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8:15 pm - 3:10 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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8:35 am - 10:25 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$667Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 26
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8:15 pm - 1:10 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
19h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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8:35 am - 10:55 amDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$669Turkish Airlines
Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 20
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 10:20 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 00mnonstop
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8:30 am - 2:25 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 55mnonstop
$799Emirates
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai flights

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

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai typically range from $728 to $1,040. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $563, on Gulf Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai at $746 round-trip.
•December ($1,350) and July ($969) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% 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 Dubai

 
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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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$316
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Dubai

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:40 am and lands at 11:10 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 11:30 am.

    The flight takes about 12h 30m.

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai takes 12h 30m, covering 6,831 miles.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai range from $728 to $1,040, with an average of $868 over the past 12 months. Anything below $728 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $868 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $620 round-trip via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), compared to $933 for nonstop.

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

    Emirates is the only airline operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • AMEX
    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

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

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

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai?

    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 Dubai route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

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

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

    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $829 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $915, a difference of $86.

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

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

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

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

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 17m, compared with 17h 21m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 17h 21m via Milan Malpensa (MXP).

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

    Dubai is 9 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Gulf Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Gold Souq. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

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

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

  • What can I do at JFK before my flight?

    At JFK, travelers can get a manicure or massage. The airport also has an interfaith chapel that offers a quiet place to pray or meditate regardless of faith.

  • Is John F Kennedy Airport parent-friendly?

    Yes, JFK has amenities for families traveling with children to make the trip easier. Terminal 1 also has children's play areas before flights.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Dubai 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $829, about $86 less than Friday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% 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 Dubai trip for October. Fares historically average $746 round-trip in that month - typically $604 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $620 round-trip on this route - about $313 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 Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport Hotel
    • Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
  • Because New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is one of the busiest airports in New York, plan to arrive at least 3 hours before your flight. Security wait times are updated in real time and can range from 1 to 30 minutes, depending on the terminal and screening lane. They can still change based on traffic and delays, so extra time helps you check in and clear security without rushing.
  • To get to New York John F Kennedy Airport, choose a taxi, airport shuttle, private car, Long Island Rail Road or a bus shuttle. For a cheaper ride, take the subway or the air train, but a taxi is more convenient and comfortable if you're traveling with luggage.
  • Use JFK's banking facilities before departure if you need to exchange money for United Arab Emirates dirhams. If you plan to withdraw cash, check with your bank about charges, since fees can vary by ATM and account. You can also ask JFK staff for more guidance.
  • If you're driving to John F. Kennedy Airport, use one of the parking garages for easy access to the terminals. Reserve a spot in advance to avoid hassles on the day of travel.

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