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Cheapest return flight
£160
Typical prices: £143-£237
Delta
Wed 5/12Fri 7/12
CLE - JFK • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£88
Typical prices: £83-£196
JetBlue
Mon 10/12
CLE - JFK • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 1h 43m.
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Cheapest • 3% average savings
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £121 (return)
Shortest trip • 3h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to New York (CLE-NYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cleveland to New York

Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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12:42 - 14:30CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 48mdirect
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14:34 - 16:33JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 59mdirect
£160Delta
Tue, 8 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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20:51 - 22:44JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 53mdirect
£163JetBlue
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:30 - 12:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£163JetBlue
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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06:00 - 07:43CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 43mdirect
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06:30 - 12:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£166JetBlue
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:30 - 12:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£166JetBlue
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:30 - 12:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£167JetBlue
Tue, 8 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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15:45 - 21:44JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£168JetBlue
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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07:00 - 12:27CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 27m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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20:51 - 22:44JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 53mdirect
£169JetBlue
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:30 - 12:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£170JetBlue
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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13:00 - 19:50CLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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15:45 - 21:44JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£171JetBlue
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cleveland to New York flights

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How much is a return flight from Cleveland to New York?

Return flights from Cleveland to New York start at £160. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £143 to £237. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £160 on Delta.

What is the cheapest Cleveland to New York flight route?

There's little price difference between Cleveland to New York routes. They average around £183 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to New York?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to New York and is 1% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to New York?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to New York at £156 return.
  • June (£208) and March (£208) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cleveland to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Cleveland to New York are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cleveland to New York

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Key details for Cleveland to New York flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£88
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cleveland to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cleveland to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cleveland to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cleveland to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cleveland to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating Cleveland to New York flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Cleveland to New York?

    4 airlines operate flights between Cleveland and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cleveland to New York?

    Flights from Cleveland to New York usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cleveland to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cleveland to New York?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cleveland to New York.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cleveland to New York?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £121 return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with £184 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Cleveland to New York?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cleveland to New York pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cleveland to New York most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cleveland to New York?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Cleveland to New York route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £182 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £206, a difference of £24. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cleveland to New York?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cleveland to New York route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 6 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Cleveland to New York spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cleveland to New York flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cleveland to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cleveland to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 07:28
    • Latest: departs at 20:04 and lands at 21:47.

    The flight takes about 1h 43m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cleveland to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 22% above the route average of £183. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cleveland to New York?

    A direct flight from Cleveland to New York takes 1h 43m, covering 411 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland to New York?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Cleveland to New York changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £160 to £736. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cleveland to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cleveland to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £104, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does JetBlue's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Cleveland to New York flights?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Cleveland to New York flights are:

    • JetBlue: 94% on time
    • American Airlines: 85% on time
    • Delta: 84% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Cleveland to New York?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Cleveland and New York?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Cleveland and New York is around £160 return, with a flight time of about 1h 48m. Recent return train fares are around £148 return, with a trip time of about 12h 52m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 8% lower. However, the train takes about 11+ hours longer each way.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cleveland to New York?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 34m, compared to 3h 40m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 25m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What car hire options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around £15:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around £12:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around £21:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cleveland to New York flight?

    Return flights from Cleveland to New York range from £143 to £237, with an average of £183 over the past 12 months. Anything below £143 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Cleveland to New York flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Cleveland to New York flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Cleveland to New York flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £182 – about £24 less than Monday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to New York trip for April. Fares historically average £156 return in that month – typically £52 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, JetBlue is the strongest pick on this route. 94% of JetBlue flights from Cleveland to New York arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours6 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £121 return on this route – about £64 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Cleveland to New York?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cleveland Hopkins Intl to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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