Traveling from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes. New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York 3 hours ahead of Reno.
Take your pick of 3 weekly flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The 18:20 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest flight available between RNO and JFK. JetBlue Airways operates the last service of the day at 23:47 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Peak months like July or vacation periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
To break up your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the RNO - JFK route include:
Salt Lake City International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
AED 466 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start at AED 874. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from RNO to JFK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Traveling from central Reno to Reno/Tahoe International Airport takes around 31 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 12 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near RNO? If you're boarding an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you 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 getting in late on a flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the center of New York is about 48 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit New York in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RNO to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
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Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your New York travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
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