Philadelphia to New York (PHL–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–JFK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 94 miles in approximately 0h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 101 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 2 | – | 0h25-1h13 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 2 | – | 0h45-23h24 | SkyTeam | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 1 | – | 1h14 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→JFK | ABE→JFK | EWR→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 55 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Flight time | 0h 25m | 0h 49m | 0h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to JFK
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PHL to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to JFK ranges from 0 hours 25 minutes to 23 hours 24 minutes. The route covers a distance of 94 miles (151 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
101 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE), Newark (EWR) and Baltimore (BWI).