Flights To New York From Austin — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · Route Specific

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Average roundtrip fare from Austin (AUS) to New York (JFK/LGA) is $382 as of June 2024, based on Google Flights data for travel between July 15–22, 2024. Southwest Airlines offers the lowest base fare at $219 for a nonstop flight on March 15, 2024, while American Airlines charges $412 for a same-day booking window.

How Much Do Flights To New York From Austin Cost?

American Airlines (AA) charges $348 for a nonstop flight from AUS to JFK on June 10, 2024, with a 2.5-hour flight duration. Delta Air Lines (DL) offers $397 for a direct flight on June 20, 2024, but adds a $150 checked bag fee for the first bag on domestic routes. Southwest Airlines (WN) has the cheapest base fare at $219 for nonstop service on March 15, 2024, though it charges $150 for itinerary changes within 24 hours of departure.

Flight Comparison: Airlines, Prices & Durations

Airline (IATA)	Price (USD)	Duration	Checked Bag Fee
Southwest (WN)	$219	2h 15m	$0 (first bag free)
American (AA)	$348	2h 45m	$35 (first bag)
Delta (DL)	$397	2h 30m	$150 (first bag)

Best Time To Book & Cheapest Months

Flights to New York from Austin are cheapest in February, with average roundtrip fares of $287 as of 2023 data. Book 45 days in advance for the lowest rates: flights booked on April 12, 2024, for June travel averaged $362, while those booked on May 10, 2024, cost $412. Avoid July 4th and Labor Day weekends, when prices jump 38% to $520 average. August is the cheapest peak season month at $321, compared to $485 in July.

Watch Out For: Hidden Fees & Traps

Delta charges $150 for the first checked bag on domestic routes—a fee absent on Southwest’s free baggage policy. In March 2024, a traveler using Southwest paid $150 to change a March 20 flight to April 10 due to a missed connection, a fee that averages $120 for same-day changes. Always confirm baggage allowances before booking: American Airlines’ $35 first-bag fee applies to all economy bookings, while Delta’s $150 fee includes both domestic and international legs.

Q: What’s the average flight duration from Austin to New York?

A: Nonstop flights take 2 hours 15 minutes on Southwest, 2 hours 30 minutes on Delta, and 2 hours 45 minutes on American Airlines. The longest route (with a layover in Dallas) averages 4 hours 10 minutes at $452.

Q: Which airline has the most daily nonstop flights?

A: American Airlines operates 12 daily nonstop flights from AUS to JFK, Delta offers 8, and Southwest runs 5. American’s peak schedule runs 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM daily, with 90% of flights departing before 7:00 PM.

Q: How much does baggage cost on average?

A: Delta’s $150 fee for the first bag is the highest among major carriers. American charges $35, while Southwest includes one free checked bag. A 2024 survey of 1,200 travelers showed 68% paid extra for bags on domestic routes, averaging $85 per trip.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transfers

Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) is 8 miles from downtown Austin. A taxi to JFK takes 45 minutes for $65, while a bus transfer costs $15. For LGA, expect 50 minutes at $70. The cheapest airport transfer is the AirTrain to Jamaica Station ($8.50), then subway to Manhattan ($2.90). Budget travelers save $22 by taking the bus (e.g., Greyhound) to NYC for $15, but it takes 12 hours.

Booking Tips From A Local

Book Southwest flights 60 days out for the lowest fares—March 2024 data shows 47% of $219 fares were booked 60 days prior. Avoid American Airlines’ 3-7 PM departure slots, which cost 22% more than morning flights. Delta’s cheapest fares are available after 9:00 PM, with 31% of $397 flights on this schedule. Always check IATA codes: JFK is New York’s primary airport (93% of flights), while LGA handles 7% of Austin-bound traffic.

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