New York to Jackson (JFK–JAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Jackson
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,070 mi 2h 27m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and JAN, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to JAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
706
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Jackson is 1 hour behind New York.
JFK: EDT · JAN: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Jackson.
Distance & Flight Time
1,070 mi / 1,722 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 27m.
Getting to JFK

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.

Facts

JFK–JAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Jackson route.
Route details
Distance1,070 mi / 1,722 km
Flight time2h 27m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: JAN
Full nameJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
IATA / ICAOJAN / KJAN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr1.2M
Elevation346 ft / 105 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to JAN flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport take approximately 2h 27m. The route covers 1,070 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from JFK to JAN.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RDU, IAD, YUL, PBI, IND, BHM, OKC, DAL, YYC, LAS, BNA, MIA, DCA, IAH, ANC, CLT, DFW, ATL and TPA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Jackson is 1 hour behind New York.
Yes, return flights from JAN to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Flights from JFK to JAN

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

JFK to JAN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to JAN ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,070 miles (1,722 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via RDU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.