How long is the flight from New York to Alabama?

Flight times from New York to Alabama vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Birmingham, Alabama (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 36m on average. Another popular route from New York to Alabama is flying from Newark to Birmingham, Alabama, which will take roughly 4h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Alabama?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Alabama from New York according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Alabama. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Alabama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to Alabama on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Alabama is 44 per week as of November 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from New York to Alabama on average per day?

6 flights are operational daily from New York to Alabama as of November 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 42% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Alabama?

Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Alabama

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Alabama?

Prices for flights from New York to Alabama are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Alabama?

As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Alabama.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Alabama?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Alabama.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Alabama?

The required travel and health documents for your Alabama trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Alabama. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:43 pm - 6:10 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

6h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4:53 pm - 11:50 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

5h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$248American Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

7:42 pm - 11:17 pmEWR Newark-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

4h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

4:53 pm - 10:59 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-EWR Newark

5h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$258American Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

7:30 pm - 11:06 pmEWR Newark-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:46 am - 5:59 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-EWR Newark

7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$258Delta

Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 22

6:00 pm - 11:11 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

6h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:42 pm - 8:10 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$258Delta

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

8:45 pm - 6:35 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-HSV Huntsville

46h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Fort Lauderdale

1:03 pm - 8:58 pmHSV Huntsville-LGA New York LaGuardia

6h 55m1 stop Orlando

$308Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

3:10 pm - 6:51 pmEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

4h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:10 pm - 11:59 pmHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

4h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$321United Airlines

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23

5:30 pm - 10:18 amLGA New York LaGuardia-HSV Huntsville

17h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando

1:03 pm - 8:58 pmHSV Huntsville-LGA New York LaGuardia

6h 55m1 stop Orlando

$321Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

12:37 pm - 5:40 pmEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:25 am - 2:15 pmHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$335United Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14

7:00 am - 11:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham

5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl

11:30 am - 7:25 pmBHM Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia

6h 55m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$392Southwest

Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16

8:30 am - 4:20 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham

8h 50m1 stop Houston Hobby

3:15 pm - 10:10 pmBHM Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia

5h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$392Southwest

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

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6:00 am - 9:56 amEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

3:44 pm - 10:29 pmHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

5h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$393American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

1:29 pm - 5:44 pmEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 12:58 amHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$393United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

6:32 am - 9:56 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-HSV Huntsville

4h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:04 am - 4:32 pmHSV Huntsville-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

7h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$405American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22

6:00 am - 9:43 amEWR Newark-BHM Birmingham

4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:59 am - 3:45 pmBHM Birmingham-EWR Newark

6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$413Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 11:47 amEWR Newark-BHM Birmingham

6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:15 am - 12:30 pmBHM Birmingham-EWR Newark

6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$413Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

4:45 pm - 11:30 pmEWR Newark-BHM Birmingham

7h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:15 pm - 8:51 pmBHM Birmingham-EWR Newark

6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$413United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

11:00 pm - 6:30 pmEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

20h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale

10:58 am - 9:53 pmHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

9h 55m1 stop Orlando

$444Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

11:35 am - 9:15 amEWR Newark-HSV Huntsville

22h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando

10:58 am - 9:53 pmHSV Huntsville-EWR Newark

9h 55m1 stop Orlando

$535Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21

4:05 pm - 9:40 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham

6h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl

6:55 am - 4:55 pmBHM Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia

9h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$558Southwest

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Jan 20

4:05 pm - 9:40 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BHM Birmingham

6h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl

6:20 am - 5:20 pmBHM Birmingham-LGA New York LaGuardia

10h 00m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl

$563Southwest

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Jan 20

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American Airlines flights from New York to Alabama

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American Airlines

Dec 11

LGA12:43 pmNew York LaGuardia

6h 27m

1 stop

MGM6:10 pmMontgomery Dannelly Field

Dec 12

MGM4:53 pmMontgomery Dannelly Field

5h 57m

1 stop

LGA11:50 pmNew York LaGuardia

$248

American Airlines

Dec 5

EWR5:51 amNewark

6h 39m

1 stop

MGM11:30 amMontgomery Dannelly Field

Dec 7

MGM4:53 pmMontgomery Dannelly Field

5h 06m

1 stop

EWR10:59 pmNewark

$258

American Airlines

Mar 3

LGA6:44 pmNew York LaGuardia

4h 50m

1 stop

MGM10:34 pmMontgomery Dannelly Field

Mar 8

MGM6:15 pmMontgomery Dannelly Field

4h 37m

1 stop

LGA11:52 pmNew York LaGuardia

$298

United Airlines flights from New York to Alabama

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United Airlines

Dec 16

EWR3:10 pmNewark

4h 41m

1 stop

HSV6:51 pmHuntsville

Dec 23

HSV6:10 pmHuntsville

4h 49m

1 stop

EWR11:59 pmNewark

$321

United Airlines

Dec 5

EWR12:37 pmNewark

6h 08m

1 stop

BHM5:45 pmBirmingham

Dec 8

BHM7:00 amBirmingham

8h 14m

1 stop

EWR4:14 pmNewark

$345

United Airlines

Dec 3

EWR8:00 amNewark

5h 30m

1 stop

BHM12:30 pmBirmingham

Dec 7

BHM1:15 pmBirmingham

5h 46m

1 stop

EWR8:01 pmNewark

$349

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LGA New York LaGuardia - MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

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Fri 12/11

12:43 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Sat 12/12

4:53 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$248

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EWR Newark - MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

EWRMGM

Newark

Fri 12/11

7:42 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Sat 12/12

4:53 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$258

NewarkMontgomery

EWR Newark - MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

EWRMGM

Newark

Fri 2/19

7:30 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Mon 2/22

9:46 am-5:59 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$258

New YorkMontgomery

LGA New York LaGuardia - MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

LGAMGM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/8

6:00 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

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12:42 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$258

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LGA New York LaGuardia - HSV Huntsville

LGAHSV

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/8

8:45 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops46h 50m

Huntsville

Tue 12/15

1:03 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$308

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EWR Newark - HSV Huntsville

EWRHSV

Newark

Wed 12/16

3:10 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Huntsville

Wed 12/23

6:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$321

New YorkHuntsville

LGA New York LaGuardia - HSV Huntsville

LGAHSV

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/8

5:30 pm-10:18 am

2 stops17h 48m

Huntsville

Tue 12/15

1:03 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$321

NewarkHuntsville

EWR Newark - HSV Huntsville

EWRHSV

Newark

Sat 12/12

12:37 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Huntsville

Mon 12/14

7:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$335

New YorkBirmingham

LGA New York LaGuardia - BHM Birmingham

LGABHM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/9

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Birmingham

Wed 12/16

11:30 am-7:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$392

New YorkBirmingham

LGA New York LaGuardia - BHM Birmingham

LGABHM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/3

8:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Birmingham

Tue 12/8

3:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$392

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Alabama?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Alabama. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $370. If you’re not able to fly to Alabama in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Alabama during February average around $393.

What is the cheapest New York to Alabama flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on New York to Alabama flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Alabama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Alabama flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Alabama.

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Best Price Found	$142
Fastest flight time	2h 19m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Alabama	51 airports

The best one-way flight to Alabama from New York in the past 72 hours is $142. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Alabama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $248.

The fastest flight from New York to Alabama takes 2h 19m

Direct flights go from New York to Alabama every day.

There are 51 airports in Alabama. From New York there are direct flights to Birmingham (BHM), Huntsville (HSV).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Alabama

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Alabama?
Prices for flights from New York to Alabama are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Alabama?
As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Alabama.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Alabama?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Alabama.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Alabama?
The required travel and health documents for your Alabama trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Alabama. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Alabama?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Alabama is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, representing 89.02% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321-100/200 at 2.27%, Airbus A320neo at 1.52%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 1.52%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,706 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,224 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,481 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $318	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,218 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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