Seattle to New York (BFI–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SFO San Francisco 8h 38m EJAUA → AAAFAM San Francisco (SFO) to New York flights
SLC Salt Lake City 9h 42m UA → AFAMB6 Salt Lake City (SLC) to New York flights
DEN Denver 9h 43m EJAUA → AFB6DL Denver (DEN) to New York flights
PHX Phoenix 10h 18m WN → AAATAY Phoenix (PHX) to New York flights
LAX Los Angeles 12h 20m EJAUA → AAAFAM Los Angeles (LAX) to New York flights
BWI Baltimore ~7h 31m → CI Baltimore (BWI) to New York flights
YYC Calgary ~7h 32m → EKLASK Calgary (YYC) to New York flights
SEA Seattle ~8h 29m UA → AFAMAS Seattle (SEA) to New York flights
ORD Chicago ~8h 43m → AAASAT Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
MEX Mexico City ~11h 9m → AAAFAM Mexico City (MEX) to New York flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Seattle to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between BFI and JFK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for BFI to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
BWI ~7h 31m YYC ~7h 32m SEA ~8h 29m SFO ~8h 38m ORD ~8h 43m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
265
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BFI → JFK
96%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
96%
Return
JFK → BFI
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Seattle

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric BFI→JFK SEA→JFK
Distance from BFI – 5 mi
Nonstop airlines – 17
Weekly flights – 197
Seattle (SEA) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of BFI with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
New York is 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
BFI: PDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 9:00 PM in New York.
Getting from JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

BFI–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Seattle to New York route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: BFI
Full nameKing County International Airport - Boeing Field
IATA / ICAOBFI / KBFI
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr0.1M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BFI to JFK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include San Francisco, Salt Lake City and Denver.
New York is 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Yes, return flights from JFK to BFI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SEA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Francisco, Salt Lake City and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (SEA).