A dramatic view of the skyscrapers of New York City captured from the Brooklyn Bridge. — flights from Houston to New York
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Flights from Houston to New York

Nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to New York (JFK) take about 3h 21m (2,278 km). jetBlue flies it. Lowest fare seen: $126 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in New York

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Houston to New York

Carriers on IAH–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen

Houston to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $136 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $74. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$18627 Oct 2026 · jetBlue$150 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$14211 Nov 2026$74 · 1 stop18 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1368 Dec 2026$75 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026
Mar 2027$2371 Mar 2027 · jetBlue$121 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027
Jun 2027$22021 Jun 2027 · jetBlue—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $74 for November 2026, $75 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Houston to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Houston to New York flights

How long is the flight from Houston to New York?
A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to New York (JFK) takes about 3h 21m, covering 2,278 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Houston from New York by air?
The great-circle distance between George Bush Intercontinental Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 2,278 km (1,415 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Houston to New York?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IAH–JFK route include jetBlue. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Houston to New York cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IAH–JFK was $126 USD with jetBlue (nonstop), departing 29 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to New York?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $74 one-way, against $220 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Houston to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit New York?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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