$89 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to New York (JFK)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to New York (IAH-JFK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Houston to New York, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $177 just found
Delta
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Houston to New York, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $187 just found
Delta
Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Houston to New York, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $189 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Houston to New York, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $189 just found
Delta
Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 7
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$192 Roundtrip, just found
$192
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Houston to New York, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $192 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$194 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $194 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 18
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$194 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Houston to New York, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $194 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$214 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $214 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Aug 26 - Sat, Aug 30
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$327 Roundtrip, just found
$327
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Houston to New York, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $327 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 28
IAH
Houston
JFK
New York
$778 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$778
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Houston to New York, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $778 found 7 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to New York (JFK)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $339 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near New York

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $166
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $166
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $183
LGA
LaGuardia
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $183
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $389
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $389
Flights from Houston (IAH) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, United
Roundtrip price
$177
Distance
1415 mi

Houston to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to New York

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Houston to New York are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to New York: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Houston to New York

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Houston to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Houston to New York flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Houston to New York airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Find cheap return flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) starting at $139. Grab your seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta and Spirit Airlines flight leaving IAH on August 4 2025 and touching down at JFK. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to JFK?
The cheapest flights from IAH to JFK are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
You can fly straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) on a JetBlue Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to JFK?
With tickets starting at $89 for a one-way flight from IAH to JFK, Delta is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on October 4 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
On average, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has 4 direct flights to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) each week. If you're looking for more options, use Expedia's filters to look for flights with one or more stops. Squeeze in a visit to another destination or just break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
More travelers fly between IAH and JFK at 11 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to JFK?
Friday offers the most flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The first flight of the day out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is at around 11:57AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) at approximately 4:29PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 3h 32m.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 1,400 mi from IAH to JFK.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To avoid possible delays on the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New York from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has direct flights to New York. These are a few of the airports you can fly to without detours:

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from IAH to JFK are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to JFK flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an IAH to JFK flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your IAH to JFK flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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