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Cheapest round-trip
$469
Typical prices: $586-$860
United Airlines
Tue 11/13Sat 11/17
EWR - HLN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $240-$492
Alaska Airlines
Sun 3/11
JFK - HLN • 1 stop
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JFK - HLN
Cheapest • 12% average savings
EWR - HLN
Most popular
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 65% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $626 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Helena (NYC-HLN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Helena

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 am - 1:40 pmEWR  Newark-HLN Helena
9h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:23 pm - 11:42 pmHLN  Helena-EWR Newark
7h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:50 am - 12:27 pmEWR  Newark-HLN Helena
7h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 4:25 pmHLN  Helena-EWR Newark
7h 25m1 stop Salt Lake City
$469Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:50 am - 12:27 pmEWR  Newark-HLN Helena
7h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:07 pm - 11:38 pmHLN  Helena-EWR Newark
8h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$474Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:55 pm - 10:26 pmEWR  Newark-HLN Helena
11h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 4:25 pmHLN  Helena-EWR Newark
7h 25m1 stop Salt Lake City
$474Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:55 pm - 10:26 pmEWR  Newark-HLN Helena
11h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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1:07 pm - 11:38 pmHLN  Helena-EWR Newark
8h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$479Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:55 pm - 10:26 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-HLN Helena
11h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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1:07 pm - 11:38 pmHLN  Helena-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$479Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HLN Helena
11h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 7:16 amHLN  Helena-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$486Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 4:12 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HLN Helena
11h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 7:00 amHLN  Helena-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$486Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 23
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7:00 am - 3:31 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-HLN Helena
10h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:08 pm - 3:30 pmHLN  Helena-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$486Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 23
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7:15 am - 1:55 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-HLN Helena
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 5:20 pmHLN  Helena-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$519United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Helena flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Helena typically range from $586 to $860. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $469, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest New York to Helena flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Helena (HLN) is the cheapest New York to Helena route, averaging $632 round-trip. Other New York to Helena routes average $762, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Helena?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Helena. It’s 40% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Helena?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Helena at $249 round-trip.
•December ($1,377) and July ($786) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 453% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for New York to Helena flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 135% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Helena

When to book flights from New York to Helena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Helena 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 to Helena 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 New York to Helena?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New York to Helena.

  • How long is a flight from New York to Helena?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from New York to Helena. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 41m and 11h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Helena?

    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 New York to Helena flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Helena range from $586 to $860, with an average of $712 over the past 12 months. Anything below $586 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Helena 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 $469 to $3,442. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York to Helena looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Helena are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $246, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Helena Airport (HLN)?

    Helena Airport (HLN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $83 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Helena?

    Flights from New York to Helena may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Helena (HLN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Helena pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to Helena most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Helena?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from New York to Helena. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $433 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,038, a difference of $605.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to Helena?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 41m, compared with 8h 24m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 11h 29m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between New York and Helena?

    Helena is 2 hours behind New York (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking New York to Helena 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $433, about $605 less than Monday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Helena trip for May. Fares historically average $249 round-trip in that month - typically $1,128 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Helena Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
    • Baymont by Wyndham Helena
    • Home2 Suites By Hilton Helena

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