Omaha to New York (OMA–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Omaha to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,152 mi 2h 16m nonstop +1h ahead 82 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OMA and JFK, connecting options are available through 82 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OMA to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
82
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,054
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Omaha

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric OMA→JFK MCI→JFK
Distance from OMA – 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4
Weekly flights 1 21
Flight time 2h 16m 2h 59m
Departure OTP 100% –
Kansas City (MCI) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of OMA with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
New York is 1 hour ahead of Omaha.
OMA: CDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Omaha, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
1,152 mi / 1,853 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 16m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

OMA–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Omaha to New York route.
Route details
Distance1,152 mi / 1,853 km
Flight time2h 16m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections82 hubs
Origin: OMA
Full nameEppley Airfield
IATA / ICAOOMA / KOMA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr5.2M
Elevation984 ft / 300 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about OMA to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Eppley Airfield to John F. Kennedy International Airport take approximately 2h 16m. The route covers 1,152 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OMA to JFK. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FRG, PWK, CID, LUK, YHM, FCM, TEB, HPN, MDW, BED, CVG, IND, LGA, SDF, IAD, DAL, CLE, AGS, AVL, PHL, MKE, OKC, RIC, YYZ, BTV, CAE, AEX, HYA, CHS, BJC, ORL, GSO, JAX, VRB, APF, FXE, EWR, COS, HOU, PGA, SUA, EGE, OPF, TMB, SAT, PBI, TPA, AUS, FLL, MIA, CUN, RNO, YYC, VNY, TLC, PSP, SNA, IAH, STT, MSP, VPS, DTW, ATL, DCA, ORD, STL, SRQ, BNA, CLT, MCO, DFW, SLC, DEN, PHX, SAN, LAX, LAS, SEA, SFO, HND, SUS and MCI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Omaha.
Yes, return flights from JFK to OMA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MCI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 OMA to JFK

Eppley Airfield (OMA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OMA to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OMA to JFK ranges from 2 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,152 miles (1,853 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

82 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI).