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Cheap Flights to Baltimore

Find the cheapest flights from New York to Baltimore, MD. Compare airlines from $59 one-way.

1h 0m direct flight
From $59 one-way
BWI Airport

$41

Lowest Fare

one-way

$59

Average Price

one-way

1h 0m

Flight Duration

direct

May

Best Month

to book

About Baltimore, MD

Baltimore's Inner Harbor, crab houses, and historic neighborhoods make for an easy, affordable East Coast trip. At about an hour from NYC, it's one of the quickest flights available.

Baltimore is served by BWI airport, reachable nonstop from New York's three major airports (JFK, LGA, and EWR). The average fare from NYC to Baltimore is around $59 one-way, with the lowest prices typically in May and the highest around holidays and summer peak travel.

Top things to do in Baltimore:

  • •Inner Harbor & National Aquarium
  • •Maryland blue crabs
  • •Fort McHenry

Best airlines: JetBlue offers strong value with a free carry-on bag. Delta and American Airlines tend to have the most daily departures. Spirit and Frontier offer the cheapest base fares but charge extra for bags.

Best Time to Visit Baltimore

For Baltimore, the best months to fly from NYC are typically May, Jun, Sep — a sweet spot of better fares, comfortable weather, and lighter crowds. Use the seasonal guide below to plan around peak pricing.

🌸 Spring (Mar-May)

Mild weather, moderate prices. A great time to visit before summer crowds arrive.

Moderate

☀️ Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with the highest prices. Book 3-4 months ahead if you must travel in summer.

Expensive

🍂 Fall (Sep-Nov)

Best value season with lower prices and comfortable weather. Highly recommended.

Affordable

❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)

Prices vary — cheap in early January but expensive during the holidays.

Varies

Tips for Finding Cheap Flights to Baltimore

1Book 3-5 weeks ahead for the best fares to Baltimore
2Check flights from all three NYC airports (JFK, LGA, EWR) to find the lowest price
3Travel in shoulder season (May or Jun) for best value
4Pack light if flying Spirit or Frontier — carry-on fees can add $45+ each way
5Set a price alert to get notified when prices drop below your target
6Consider flying Tuesday/Wednesday for cheaper fares on this route

FAQ: Cheap Flights to Baltimore

Cheap flights to Baltimore from New York typically start from $41 one-way on budget carriers like Spirit or Frontier. The average round-trip price is $118–$165. Prices fluctuate based on season and booking timing.
The best time to visit Baltimore depends on your preferences. For the best combination of weather and prices, consider traveling in May or Jun. These months also tend to have lower hotel rates and fewer crowds.
A direct flight from New York City to Baltimore takes approximately 1h 0m. Connecting flights can add 2-4 hours to your travel time. JFK and Newark (EWR) offer the most direct flight options to Baltimore.
Multiple airlines serve the NYC to Baltimore route including JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit, and Frontier. JetBlue and Delta typically offer the best balance of price and service, while Spirit and Frontier have the cheapest base fares.
The best NYC-area airport for flights to Baltimore depends on which airline you choose. Check all three airports (JFK, LGA, and EWR) when searching — prices can vary significantly. Newark (EWR) is often cheapest for United flights, while JetBlue typically operates from JFK.

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NYC Airports to Baltimore

JFK

John F. Kennedy

$59+

LGA

LaGuardia

$62+

EWR

Newark Liberty

$56+

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