Flying from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Dubai has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 14 hours 9 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 8 hours behind Dubai. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 08:30. Choose the first DXB to JFK departure with Emirates at 02:35 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to JFK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) out of Dubai Airport (DXB).
Book your direct flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport with Emirates. This leading airline offers services from DXB.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Dubai to JFK with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DXB and JFK include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is around 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) operates nonstop flights from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to JFK, stay in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 48 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
For a one-way ticket from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport, ج.م. 17,263 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just ج.م. 30,281. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Dubai to JFK when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport, book your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for New York in May when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for New York. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Dubai to JFK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to John F. Kennedy International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
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