flights.net JFK → BOS
- Distance
- 186 mi
- Carriers
- 3
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Logan International Airport (BOS) is a US domestic route of about 186 miles. A dense Northeast shuttle where JetBlue's two focus cities are connected by frequent regional jets. New York to Boston competes directly with rail for time-sensitive business travelers.
Connecting New York, United States with Boston, United States, this is one of the more travelled US domestic city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 186-mile sector nonstop in about 52m. Departures use John F. Kennedy International Airport, a 6 terminals airport that is a base for JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines; arrivals land at Logan International Airport, which has 4 terminals and anchors JetBlue, Delta Air Lines. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the JFK–BOS sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) → Logan International Airport (BOS) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 186 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 52m |
| Nonstop carriers | 3 |
| Aircraft types | Embraer E190, Airbus A320, Embraer E175 |
| Market | US domestic |
Carriers on this route
JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines operate nonstop service from New York to Boston. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- JetBlue (B6)
- Delta Air Lines (DL)
- American Airlines (AA)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Embraer E190, Airbus A320, Embraer E175 between New York and Boston. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
September and October pair foliage season with smooth operations in the Northeast. Winter storms frequently disrupt this short hop.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Logan International Airport (BOS) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the New York to Boston route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for JFK–BOS where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from New York to Boston?
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Logan International Airport (BOS) is about 186 miles (299 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 52m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Boston?
- JetBlue, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines operate nonstop service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Logan International Airport (BOS).
- What aircraft are used on the JFK to BOS route?
- Carriers typically operate the Embraer E190, Airbus A320 and Embraer E175 on the New York–Boston route.
- When is the best time to fly from New York to Boston?
- September and October pair foliage season with smooth operations in the Northeast. Winter storms frequently disrupt this short hop.
- Is JFK to BOS a nonstop flight?
- Yes. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Logan International Airport (BOS) is a directional nonstop route flown by 3 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the JFK to BOS route connect?
- This route links New York, United States with Boston, United States.
- Which airports does the New York to Boston route use?
- Flights depart John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK/KJFK) in New York and arrive at Logan International Airport (BOS/KBOS) in Boston.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.