Columbus to New York (LCK–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.

Last scheduled nonstop: Jun 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 5 hubs
SAV Savannah 4h 33m G4 AFB6DL Savannah (SAV) to New York flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale 6h 24m G4 ADAFAT Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to New York flights
ORD Chicago 7h 1m CX AAATAY Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
SRQ Sarasota/Bradenton 7h 18m G4 B6QRTP Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to New York flights
VPS Valparaiso 15h 19m G4 B6QR Valparaiso (VPS) to New York flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Columbus to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
486 mi 1h 23m nonstop

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for LCK to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
297
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LCK → JFK
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
93%
Return
JFK → LCK
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →

Other ways to reach New York from Columbus

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric LCK→JFK CMH→JFK PKB→JFK
Distance from LCK 13 mi 86 mi
Nonstop airlines 25 1
Weekly flights 147 1
Flight time 1h 23m 1h 53m 1h 27m
Airports within 200 miles of LCK with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
486 mi / 782 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 23m gate to gate.
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.

LCK–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to New York route.
Route details
Distance486 mi / 782 km
Flight time1h 23m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: LCK
IATA / ICAOLCK / KLCK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation744 ft / 227 m
Destination: JFK
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LCK to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Rickenbacker International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport take about 1h 23m gate to gate. The route covers 486 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Savannah Hilton Head, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood and Chicago O'Hare.
Yes, return flights from JFK to LCK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include CMH, PKB and LUK. 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.

Flights from LCK to JFK

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LCK to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LCK to JFK is about 1 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 486 miles (782 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Savannah Hilton Head, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (CMH), Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB) and Cincinnati (LUK).