New York to Kingstown (JFK–SVD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–SVD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Caribbean Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,047 miles in approximately 4h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 2 | 320 | 4h42 | – | – | |
| BW Caribbean Airlines | 2 | B38M | 4h45 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | B38M | 4h47 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · SVD: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in Kingstown.
US passport holders enter St Vincent and the Grenadines visa-free for up to 30 days, extendable to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. At Argyle International Airport (SVD) on St Vincent, immigration stamps your passport.
St Vincent and the Grenadines is a chain of 32 islands and cays stretching south toward Grenada. St Vincent is the largest island, with La Soufriere volcano (1,234m) at the northern end. The Grenadines include Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, Union Island, and the Tobago Cays. The Tobago Cays Marine Park, a cluster of five uninhabited islands with crystal-clear water and sea turtle populations, is the archipelago's signature destination. Mustique is a private island known for its exclusive villa rentals.
No nonstop flights connect the US mainland to St Vincent. Route through Barbados (about 40 minutes to SVD on Caribbean Airlines or LIAT successor carriers), Trinidad (about 1 hour), or St Lucia (about 30 minutes). Argyle International Airport opened in 2017, replacing the short-runway E.T. Joshua Airport and enabling jet service. Inter-island ferries connect St Vincent to Bequia (1 hour on the MV Bequia Express, XCD 25/$9.25 each way) and to Union Island via Canouan and Mayreau (3 hours 30 minutes). St Vincent and the Grenadines uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), pegged at XCD 2.70 per $1. US dollars are accepted at hotels and tour operators. ATMs are available in Kingstown on St Vincent and in Port Elizabeth on Bequia. Card payments work at hotels and larger restaurants. Minibuses run across St Vincent for XCD 1.50 to XCD 3 per ride.
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.
JFK–SVD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to SVD
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Argyle International Airport (SVD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Caribbean Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to SVD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to SVD ranges from 4 hours 42 minutes to 4 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,047 miles (3,294 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via PLS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.