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Cheapest round-trip
$210
Typical prices: $166-$268
Frontier
Mon 9/14Mon 9/21
RDU - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$211
Typical prices: $165-$267
American Airlines
Wed 9/9Sat 9/12
RDU - JFK • Non-stop
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JetBlue and Delta offer free Wi-Fi; Qatar economy tickets add a checked bag.
AA Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding; Delta Comfort Plus gives more legroom.
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Cheapest • Avg $284 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl (RDU-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 11:50 am
RDU
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JFK
5h 15m
1 stop
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1:00 pm - 12:29 am
JFK
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RDU
11h 29m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:45 pm - 8:24 pm
RDU
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JFK
1h 39mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 12:29 am
JFK
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RDU
11h 29m
1 stop
$210Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:42 pm - 7:22 pm
RDU
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JFK
1h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 12:29 am
JFK
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RDU
11h 29m
1 stop
$210Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 10
American Airlines Logo
8:04 pm - 9:59 pm
RDU
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JFK
1h 55mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:07 pm
JFK
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RDU
2h 02mnonstop
$211American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:39 pm - 2:31 pm
RDU
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JFK
1h 52mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 3:36 pm
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RDU
1h 56mnonstop
$211American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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7:55 pm - 10:09 pm
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JFK
2h 14mnonstop
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7:28 pm - 9:45 pm
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RDU
2h 17mnonstop
$211Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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10:00 am - 11:41 am
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JFK
1h 41mnonstop
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12:31 pm - 2:24 pm
JFK
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RDU
1h 53mnonstop
$211Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:35 am - 11:50 am
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JFK
5h 15m
1 stop
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1:00 pm - 12:29 am
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RDU
11h 29m
1 stop
$211Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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1:25 pm - 2:59 pm
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JFK
1h 34mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 5:49 pm
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RDU
1h 54mnonstop
$214JetBlue
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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7:47 pm - 9:29 pm
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1h 42mnonstop
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8:30 pm - 10:32 pm
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RDU
2h 02mnonstop
$214JetBlue
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Raleigh usually cost between $155 and $265 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $210 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 21).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a Friday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Raleigh, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $186 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $284 and $280 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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 $212 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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May

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$107
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
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Flight from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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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FAQs for booking Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • What transportation can I use to go from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to downtown New York?

    If you opt to drive from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to downtown New York, the trip will be 50 to 55 minutes. When you choose public transportation instead, like the AirTrain JFK Red tram and the Babylon Branch bus, you will arrive in the city center in around 45 to 50 minutes.

  • What is the standard checked baggage policy for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    When you fly in Economy class from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), you will most likely not be allowed to check a piece of luggage for free. Instead, be prepared to pay a small fee.

  • Are there any airline lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    There are a few different airport lounges in John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). In Terminal 1, there is the Air France-KLM Lounge, the KAL Lounge, and the Lufthansa Business Class Lounge. In Terminal 4, there is the Delta Sky Club and Delta Sky Club Express and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse.

  • What are some sustainable airlines that operate flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    Delta has taken steps to improve its overall environmental footprint. For instance, the company has a goal of replacing at least 10% of its fossil-fuel based fuels with sustainable aviation fuel by 2030. It has also started replacing some of its fleet with more fuel efficient aircraft.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $107 for a one-way ticket and $210 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Raleigh airport is called Raleigh-Durham and the only airport in New York John F Kennedy Airport is New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to New York, Delta or JetBlue?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to New York are Delta and JetBlue. With an average price for the route of $252 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. JetBlue is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $225 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and JFK can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $200 or less one-way and $335 or less round-trip.
  • You have a few different options for how you can travel from downtown Raleigh to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). If you drive, you can plan on it taking around 15 to 20 minutes. If you take public transportation, like bus lines Carolinian, 310, and 100, you will get to the airport in around 1h 15 min.
  • You will typically be able to find direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). However, some do require a layover. When flying with Delta Air Lines, you will usually have a layover in Atlanta. When flying with American Airlines, you may stop in Washington, D.C.
  • If you are flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) with an Economy ticket, you will be able to bring a carry-on suitcase for free. Delta has a maximum size limit for carry-on suitcases of 22 x 14 x 9 inches.
  • To save some money on your journey from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), you can always fly in Basic Economy. American Airlines and Delta have a Basic Economy fare, while jetBlue offers Blue Basic.
  • As flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are rather short, paying to upgrade to First or Business Class is often a relatively small amount. After you have booked your flight, many companies will give you the option of upgrading at a special rate.

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

 
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Raleigh-Durham to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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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

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Raleigh-Durham

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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