Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Orlando and New York are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Take your pick of 316 weekly Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest available. JetBlue Airways operates the last service of the day at 21:55.
To ensure you catch your MCO to JFK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
JetBlue Airways is your gateway to exploring New York (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
With 76.11% of its services arriving as planned, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to JFK flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCO and JFK:
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is RM202. A return fare is currently RM286. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MCO to JFK by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MCO to JFK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 78.28% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Go where the road takes you with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in May.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.