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Cheapest round-trip
$130
Typical prices: $197-$282
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Sat 8/22Sat 8/29
JFK - BOS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $99-$281
JetBlue
Thu 7/30
JFK - BOS • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Boston (NYC-BOS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Boston that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Boston

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
JetBlue Logo
1:00 pm - 2:24 pm
JFK
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BOS
1h 24mnonstop
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8:41 am - 9:59 am
BOS
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JFK
1h 18mnonstop
$130JetBlue
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Jul 25
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7:30 am - 8:45 am
JFK
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BOS
1h 15mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
7:05 pm - 8:31 pm
BOS
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JFK
1h 26mnonstop
$135JetBlue
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 4
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:15 am
LGA
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BOS
1h 15mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
BOS
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LGA
1h 30mnonstop
$149Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 11:50 am
LGA
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BOS
1h 20mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:34 pm - 8:59 pm
BOS
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LGA
1h 25mnonstop
$150American Airlines
Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 4
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7:10 am - 8:30 am
LGA
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BOS
1h 20mnonstop
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12:23 pm - 1:46 pm
BOS
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LGA
1h 23mnonstop
$151American Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 16
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7:00 am - 8:18 am
LGA
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BOS
1h 18mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 8:24 am
BOS
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LGA
1h 24mnonstop
$153Delta
Wed, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 5
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6:05 am - 10:20 am
LGA
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BOS
4h 15m
1 stop
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5:45 am - 9:48 am
BOS
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LGA
4h 03m
1 stop
$169United Airlines
Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 4
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10:00 am - 11:16 am
EWR
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BOS
1h 16mnonstop
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8:27 pm - 10:00 pm
BOS
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EWR
1h 33mnonstop
$171United Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22
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12:05 pm - 7:46 am
SWF
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BOS
43h 41m
2 stops
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10:04 am - 9:53 am
BOS
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23h 49m
1 stop
$470Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 4
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10:33 am - 9:09 am
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BOS
22h 36m
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11:52 am - 11:25 am
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23h 33m
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$489Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Boston flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Boston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Boston?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Boston departing in August.

What is the cheapest New York to Boston flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to Boston costs $158 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Boston (BOS). However, over the past month, flights between Newark Airport (EWR) and Boston (BOS) were, on average, 12% cheaper than other New York-Boston routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Boston (BOS).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Boston?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Boston clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Boston on a Friday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to New York, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Boston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Boston is November, where tickets cost $229 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $747 and $495 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Boston?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $301 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Boston?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Boston, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Boston

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Expert on Delta, United Airlines and EWR

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 JetBlue, 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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on BOS

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Boston

When to book flights from New York to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Boston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Boston

  • Can I fly from New York to Boston non-stop?

    Yes, you can. Flights between these two major American cities are incredibly popular, ranking in the hundreds each week, and are offered by a great number of airlines, including Delta, WestJet, and United Airlines.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Boston Logan International Airport?

    Yes and no; there are no hotels located within the walls of Boston Logan International Airport, but the Hilton Boston Logan Airport Hotel is connected to Terminals A and E, making it particularly suitable to stop in if your flight from New York to Boston has arrived late and you don’t want to travel into the city at night.

  • How do I get from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    Leaving from JFK? If you need to make your way to the airport from the city center, simply purchase a ticket for one of the airport shuttle services provided which travel from the airport to transportation hubs like Grand Central Station and Penn Station. You can also choose the AirTrain, an elevated railway system connecting the airport to the most popular subway stops, or even the Amtrak, which travels between JFK Airport and Penn Station.

  • What is there to do in New York John F Kennedy International Airport?

    Stuck on a long layover in New York on the way to Boston? As JFK is one of the largest airports in the world, you are sure to find something to do: try going for dinner in one of the dozens of restaurants and cafés or enjoy shopping at some of the most popular retail chains in the world. Want a pampering? Hit the Xpress Spa, which offers massages, mani- and pedicures, and facials.

  • Are there any pet relief areas at John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    Yes, JFK is a pet-friendly airport with about seven pet relief areas. They are spread out in every terminal. Terminal 1, they are next to the Arrivals Area. Terminal 2's area is adjacent to the Delta Sky Club. In Terminal 4, the pet relief area is between Gates 32 and 30, while Terminal 7's area is by Gates 9 and 10. Other areas are across Gate 28 in Terminal 5 and next to Gate 38 in Terminal 8.

  • How do I get around John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    JFK is a large international hub that has six terminals and 131 gates. However, transit within the airport is easy, thanks to the access roads and the Air Train system that connect all the terminals. Trips between the terminals are free. Alternatively, you can use Jitney Shuttle Bus from Delta for transit between Terminals 2 and 4. It makes a stop near Gate C60 in Terminal 1. In Terminal 2, the stops are near Gates B18 and B54.

  • What are the parking options at John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    Travelers driving themselves to JFK need not worry about parking as the airport has about 17000 onsite parking spaces. Red, Green, and Orange Lots are conveniently near Terminals 7, 1, and 2. Yellow and Blue Lots are next to Terminals 5 and 4.

  • What accessible services are offered at Boston Logan International Airport?

    BOS is an accessible airport that complies with ADA policies. Family restrooms and accessible restrooms are available in every terminal. All the garages and terminals have accessible elevators with emergency assistance buttons and Braille. The airport has ramps in every terminal’s Departure and Arrival Levels to enhance mobility from the curbside to the terminals. Wheelchair assistance services are run by individual airlines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Boston?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Boston was $79 for a one-way ticket and $130 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Boston?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Boston?

    There are 3 airports in New York (Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia.) and only 1 airport in Boston (Boston Logan Intl). The cheapest flights are generally found on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to Boston Logan Intl flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Boston?

    Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Boston flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Boston?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Boston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Boston?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Boston, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Boston?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Boston on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Boston, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Boston are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $288 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $270 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Boston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Boston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Boston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Boston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Boston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Boston

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $163 or less one-way and $367 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from New York to Boston usually depart either from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport or from Newark Airport. The former is the closest to Manhattan – only 11.8 miles – while the latter is located in the town of Newark, about 14.9 miles southwest of Manhattan.
  • Flying via John F. Kennedy International Airport with your children? No need to worry; the airport features an enclosed children’s play area located in Terminal 5 that is fully equipped with games and toys, a TV, and a library of children’s books.
  • Is your flight to Boston only one leg of your journey? If you are worried about what to do during your stopover, don’t: Boston Logan International Airport offers its visitors a plethora of things to do, including a wide range of stores for a spot of last-minute shopping, a number of restaurants in which to taste the local cuisine, or a spa where you can get pampered.
  • Flights from New York to Boston sometimes depart early in the morning, so, if you don’t want to wake up at the crack of dawn, a good idea is to sleep near the airport. If you are flying from Newark, you can stay at the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, which is located on airport grounds and offers a free shuttle service to all terminals.
  • If, after arriving at Boston Logan International Airport, you need to get to downtown Boston, you can choose among a number of options. If you want to travel comfortably, the best way is without a doubt by taxi, which you can find outside Arrivals, while if you want to save some pennies you can pick the Logan Express shuttle service, the Amtrak train, or either the subway or the bus line operated by the MTBA Public Transportation System.
  • Around 321 kg of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights from New York to Boston. Fly with United Airlines and JetBlue as they offer some of the most eco-friendly flights on this route, emitting about 87% less carbon per passenger.
  • Passengers who need to pray on arrival at BOS are welcome to use the airport's Our Lady of the Airways. This is a multi-faith chapel located between the Lower Level of Terminals C and B.
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) hosts several lounges. Travelers can gain access by buying a day pass, membership, or cash payments. Terminal A hosts American Airline Admirals Club and United Club. The former is in Satellite A2 while the United Club is in Satellite 3. They offer conference rooms, snacks, drinks, telephones, and Wi-Fi.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) hosts multiple ATMs. HSBC operates ATMs in Terminal 7. Chase Bank has ATMs in Terminal 6. J. P. Morgan has an ATM in Terminal 5, and Cardtronics offers the same services in Terminal 4.
  • Travelers flying out from JFK will be happy to learn that the airport offers multiple outlets for electronic devices. The charging stations are spread throughout the airports. Most are available in the areas adjacent to the gates.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Boston Logan Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Boston Logan Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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New York to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Direct returns

Boston Logan Intl to New York

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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Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from New York to Boston according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.