Can I fly direct from New York to Cleveland?

Yes, direct flights from New York to Cleveland are available. Historically, approximately 53.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stops, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights also make up a notable portion of the available routes.

What's the flight time from New York to Cleveland?

The typical flight time for a direct flight from New York to Cleveland is approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes, covering a distance of 649 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 7 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should consider whether the convenience of a direct flight, at 106 median minutes, outweighs the extended travel time of a connecting flight, which averages 470 median minutes.

How often do New York to Cleveland flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the New York to Cleveland route are classified as dropping frequently. This suggests that travelers can often find opportunities for price reductions. While specific frequencies vary, the route consistently shows price fluctuations that can be advantageous for booking. This frequent price activity makes it a dynamic route for finding deals.

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New York to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cleveland

For flights from New York to Cleveland, 53.1% of recent fares are non-stop, with the remaining itineraries typically involving 2 connections. This indicates a mixed offering where travelers can find both direct options and routes with layovers. When considering cheap flights from New York to Cleveland, the availability of direct flights can significantly impact travel time and convenience.

Right now, fares for flights from New York to Cleveland are typically priced between $94 and $814, with a median fare of $216. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cleveland is often in April, with a median fare of just $56. Other affordable months include September, where the median fare is $93, and November, with a median fare of $104. These months present the best opportunities for travelers seeking lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from New York to Cleveland takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes, including connections. This median duration reflects the overall travel time, encompassing both direct flights and those with one or more layovers. For non-stop flights, the duration is also 1 hour and 46 minutes, while connecting itineraries have a median duration of 11 hours and 25 minutes.

The distance between New York and Cleveland is 649 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times and makes it a convenient option for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from New York to Cleveland

Regular price: $183 - $305

Prices for flights from New York to Cleveland are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from New York to Cleveland typically range from $183 to $305. The current lowest deal is $188 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 14-Oct 18.

now $188

Low $183

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cleveland

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to CLE is April, with a median price of $38. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $835. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

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Flights from $38

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Most Expensive

Flights from $835

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Direct flights from New York to Cleveland

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JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$489

$450

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JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$482

$451

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Tue, Sep 15

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JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$488

$451

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JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$489

$459

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

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JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$462

$392

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

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New York (SWF) - Cleveland (CLE)

Breeze Airways

$471

$441

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cleveland

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$462 → $392

15%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

$488 → $443

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$231 → $188

19%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$253 → $213

16%

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New York - Cleveland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for NYC to CLE are above the typical level with a median price of $216.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from NYC to CLE, with a median price of $56.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 46m

Direct flights from NYC to CLE typically average 1 hour 46 minutes, while connecting flights average 11 hours 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on JetBlue Airways

Direct flights from NYC to CLE are available on JetBlue Airways, with 53.1% of flights being direct.

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JetBlue Airways has direct flights

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights from New York to Cleveland, providing a convenient travel option.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from NYC to CLE are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International offers the cheapest flights from New York to Cleveland.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from New York to Cleveland.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car, bus, and train)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Akron–Canton (CAK)

Akron–Canton (CAK) is a useful alternative due to its proximity and easy access to Cleveland.

📍 ~75 km from Cleveland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$199

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New York to Cleveland is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $123. Booking within 7-13 days of departure saw average prices around $374, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure resulted in a significantly higher average price of $1288. Planning your trip within the recommended 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New York to Cleveland was considered to be $94 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $216. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $814 or less. Aiming for a fare around $94 would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, April, September, and November have been the cheapest months to fly from New York to Cleveland. In April, the median price was $56, while September saw a median of $93, and November had a median of $104. The annual median price for this route is typically $216, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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New York to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from New York to Cleveland

Regular price: $183 - $305

Prices for flights from New York to Cleveland are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from New York to Cleveland typically range from $183 to $305. The current lowest deal is $188 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 14-Oct 18.

now $188

Low $183

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cleveland

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to CLE is April, with a median price of $38. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $835. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $38

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $835

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Cleveland

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cleveland

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$489

$450

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$482

$451

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$488

$451

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

JetBlue Airways

$489

$459

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cleveland

New York (JFK) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$462

$392

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SWF - Cleveland

New York (SWF) - Cleveland (CLE)

Breeze Airways

$471

$441

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cleveland

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$462 → $392

15%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

$488 → $443

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$231 → $188

19%

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$253 → $213

16%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cleveland

New York - Cleveland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for NYC to CLE are above the typical level with a median price of $216.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from NYC to CLE, with a median price of $56.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 46m

Direct flights from NYC to CLE typically average 1 hour 46 minutes, while connecting flights average 11 hours 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on JetBlue Airways

Direct flights from NYC to CLE are available on JetBlue Airways, with 53.1% of flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways has direct flights

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights from New York to Cleveland, providing a convenient travel option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from NYC to CLE are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Newark Liberty International offers the cheapest flights from New York to Cleveland.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from New York to Cleveland.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car, bus, and train)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Akron–Canton (CAK)

Akron–Canton (CAK) is a useful alternative due to its proximity and easy access to Cleveland.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

Cheap Flights from New York to Cleveland

Today’s best flight deals from New York to Cleveland

New York to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from New York to Cleveland

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cleveland

Direct flights from New York to Cleveland

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cleveland

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cleveland

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cleveland

New York - Cleveland route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 1h 46m

Direct flights are available on JetBlue Airways

JetBlue Airways has direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

New York main airports to depart from

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cleveland

Best Elite deals to Cleveland

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Cleveland?

What's a cheap fare from New York to Cleveland?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New York to Cleveland?

Can I fly direct from New York to Cleveland?

What's the flight time from New York to Cleveland?

How often do New York to Cleveland flight prices drop?

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Flights to Cleveland from other cities

New York to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from New York to Cleveland

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cleveland

Direct flights from New York to Cleveland

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cleveland

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cleveland

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cleveland

New York - Cleveland route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 1h 46m

Direct flights are available on JetBlue Airways

JetBlue Airways has direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

New York main airports to depart from

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cleveland

Best Elite deals to Cleveland

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Oct 31

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Nov 28

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Cleveland?

What's a cheap fare from New York to Cleveland?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New York to Cleveland?