Dallas-Fort Worth to New York (DFW–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DFW–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and GXA lead the route. The flight covers 1,389 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 166 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, AY, BA, CX, GF, IB, MH, QR, RJ | 71 | 738, 7M8 | 3h34-3h47 | Oneworld | AT, AY, BA, CX, GF, IB, MH, QR, RJ | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, LA, LY, SK, VS | 7 | 221 | 3h35 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, LA, LY, SK, VS | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→JFK | DAL→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 239 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 28m | 1h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 62% | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
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.
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.
DFW–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DFW to JFK
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and GXA. With 239 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DFW to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DFW to JFK ranges from 3 hours 28 minutes to 3 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,389 miles (2,235 km). There are approximately 239 weekly flights outbound and 226 return, totaling 465 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
166 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas (DAL).