New York to Austin (JFK–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JFK–AUS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,519 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, KL, LA, LY, SK, VS | 27 | 739, A21N | 4h-4h15 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, KL, LA, LY, SK, VS | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, BA, G3, IB, MH, QR, RJ | 21 | 738, B38M | 4h05-4h18 | Oneworld | AT, BA, G3, IB, MH, QR, RJ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from New York
| Metric | JFK→AUS | LGA→AUS | TEB→AUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 11 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 24 |
| Weekly flights | 175 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 3h 59m | 3h 11m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Austin.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
JFK–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to AUS
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. With 175 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to AUS is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,519 miles (2,445 km). There are approximately 175 weekly flights outbound and 213 return, totaling 388 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (LGA), Teterboro (TEB) and Newark (EWR).