Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 7 hours 51 minutes. New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York 4 hours behind Manchester.
Flights from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport start from 13:10 — the earliest with Virgin Atlantic. The latest flight in the day is the 20:05 option with Aer Lingus. In total, you can take your pick of 17 services every week between MAN and JFK.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Visiting New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is simple with Virgin Atlantic. This popular airline offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between MAN and JFK:
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Remember, you might need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before organizing your cheap ticket from MAN to JFK, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is C$299. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$592. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MAN to JFK, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Manchester, Manchester Airport can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
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Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
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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 reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
More about New York
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.
Explore your options for flying into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA). They're other international airports serving New York.
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