Gaithersburg to New York (GAI–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 1 hub
HYA Hyannis ~4h 32m TJ → 9KB6QR Hyannis (HYA) to New York flights
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Gaithersburg to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for GAI to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~4h
Longest
HYA ~4h 32m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
GAI → JFK
96%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
96%
Return
JFK → GAI
17%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
17%
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 Gaithersburg

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric GAI→JFK IAD→JFK DCA→JFK
Distance from GAI – 22 mi 23 mi
Nonstop airlines – 22 29
Weekly flights – 79 323
Dulles (IAD) to New York flights · Washington (DCA) to New York flights · Baltimore (BWI) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of GAI with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
New York is 0 hours the same as Gaithersburg.
GAI: EDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Gaithersburg, it's 6:00 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

GAI–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Gaithersburg to New York route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: GAI
Full nameMontgomery County Airpark
IATA / ICAOGAI / KGAI
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation539 ft / 164 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 GAI to JFK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Yes, return flights from JFK to GAI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IAD, DCA and BWI. 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. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD), Washington (DCA) and Baltimore (BWI).