Kingston to New York (KIN–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KIN–JFK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue and Caribbean Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,579 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 35 | 223, 320, 321, BCS3 | 3h54-3h58 | – | – | QR |
| BW Caribbean Airlines | 4 | B38M | 3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Kingston
| Metric | KIN→JFK | MBJ→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KIN | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 82 | 76 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
KIN: EST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kingston, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
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.
KIN–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIN to JFK
Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and Caribbean Airlines. With 82 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KIN to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIN to JFK ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,579 miles (2,541 km). There are approximately 82 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 138 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via FXE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Montego Bay (MBJ).