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Cheap flights from New York State to Prince Edward Island from C$ 274

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JFK — YYG
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
Tue 4/6
Tue 11/6

How far in advance should I book a flight from State of New York to Prince Edward Island?

Find a great deal and save up to 100% by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from State of New York to Prince Edward Island within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 483.

What is the cheapest month to fly from State of New York to Prince Edward Island?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Prince Edward Island from State of New York. Prices for October average C$ 684 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 242. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a October flight can save you 32% on your journey compared to booking in March

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NY to PE?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from State of New York to Prince Edward Island as you normally would.

Cheap Air Canada flights from New York to Prince Edward Island

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between New York and Prince Edward Island. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Air Canada flights we've detected travelling from New York to Prince Edward Island. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 22/65:30 p.m.LGA - YQM
1 stop5h 21mAir Canada
Tue 25/611:40 a.m.YQM - LGA
1 stop6h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 614
Fri 28/67:20 p.m.LGA - YQM
1 stop4h 12mAir Canada
Fri 5/74:20 p.m.YQM - LGA
1 stop6h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 28/5C$ 639
Fri 21/66:00 a.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop5h 08mAir Canada
Sun 23/66:40 a.m.YYG - LGA
1 stop7h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 30/5C$ 642
Fri 21/610:30 a.m.LGA - YQM
1 stop3h 52mAir Canada
Tue 25/611:40 a.m.YQM - LGA
1 stop5h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 650
Sun 14/710:30 a.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop6h 12mAir Canada
Tue 23/711:35 a.m.YYG - LGA
1 stop6h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 657
Sat 15/69:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop7h 17mAir Canada
Sun 23/65:20 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop5h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 28/5C$ 658
Sun 28/73:45 p.m.JFK - YYG
1 stop7h 18mAir Canada
Sun 4/84:35 p.m.YYG - JFK
1 stop5h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 661
Fri 21/610:30 a.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop6h 12mAir Canada
Sun 23/66:40 a.m.YYG - LGA
1 stop7h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 28/5C$ 664
Sat 22/63:45 p.m.JFK - YQM
1 stop7h 06mAir Canada
Sat 6/76:35 a.m.YQM - JFK
2 stops9h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 669

Cheap Porter Airlines flights from New York to Prince Edward Island

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Porter Airlines for the route between New York and Prince Edward Island. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Porter Airlines flights we've found from New York to Prince Edward Island. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 557
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop4h 53mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 562
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 564
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops6h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 575
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops10h 07mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 576
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops8h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 577
Thu 15/86:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops7h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 19/84:20 p.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops6h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 584
Sun 30/68:55 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops13h 37mPorter Airlines
Wed 3/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 587
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops10h 07mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops6h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 588

Cheap New York to Prince Edward Island flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from New York to Prince Edward Island specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Prices were last updated on 30 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from New York to Prince Edward Island in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 557
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop4h 53mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 562
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 564
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops6h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 575
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops10h 07mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 576
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops8h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 577
Sun 30/68:55 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops13h 37mPorter Airlines
Wed 3/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 587
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops10h 07mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops6h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 588
Fri 21/66:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops8h 52mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops9h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 597

New York to Prince Edward Island 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New York and Prince Edward Island in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from New York to Prince Edward Island in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 557
Thu 15/810:00 a.m.EWR - YYG
1 stop4h 37mPorter Airlines
Mon 19/89:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 557
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop4h 53mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 562
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 564
Fri 21/610:00 a.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
2 stops6h 30mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 575
Sat 22/67:50 a.m.EWR - YQM
2 stops10h 07mPorter Airlines
Tue 25/67:00 a.m.YQM - EWR
1 stop4h 25mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 576
Fri 28/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops14h 02mPorter Airlines
Fri 5/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops8h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 577
Thu 15/86:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops7h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 19/84:20 p.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops6h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 584
Sun 30/68:55 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops13h 37mPorter Airlines
Wed 3/79:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 587

New York to Prince Edward Island flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New York to Prince Edward Island for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from New York to Prince Edward Island should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 11/64:30 p.m.LGA - YQM
1 stop6h 22mAir Canada
Fri 14/611:40 a.m.YQM - LGA
1 stop5h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 30/5C$ 684
Wed 5/64:30 p.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop6h 34mAir Canada
Mon 10/61:05 p.m.YYG - LGA
1 stop6h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 783
Wed 5/64:30 p.m.EWR - YYG
1 stop6h 34mAir Canada
Mon 10/66:40 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop7h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 798
Thu 6/61:55 p.m.EWR - YYG
1 stop9h 09mAir Canada
Mon 10/66:40 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop7h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 30/5C$ 829
Wed 5/610:30 a.m.JFK - YYG
1 stop12h 34mAir Canada
Mon 10/66:40 a.m.YYG - JFK
1 stop9h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 847
Wed 5/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops7h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 10/69:30 a.m.YYG - EWR
1 stop5h 00mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 878
Wed 5/66:50 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops7h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 10/64:20 p.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops6h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 892
Thu 6/611:05 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops9h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 10/64:20 p.m.YYG - EWR
2 stops6h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 30/5C$ 893
Mon 10/63:45 p.m.LGA - YQM
1 stop6h 24mAir Canada
Wed 12/66:10 p.m.YQM - LGA
1 stop5h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 895

One-way flights to Prince Edward Island from New York

Search for one-way flight options from New York to Prince Edward Island. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from New York to Prince Edward Island, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from New York to Prince Edward Island can use the search form above.
Fri 5/710:00 a.m.EWR - YYG
1 stop4h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 274
Fri 5/711:05 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops9h 57mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 287
Fri 23/810:00 a.m.EWR - YYG
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 298
Fri 5/710:30 a.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop6h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 300
Tue 6/810:00 a.m.EWR - YYG
1 stop4h 37mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/5C$ 300
Tue 6/89:00 a.m.JFK - YYG
1 stop5h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 300
Fri 23/84:30 p.m.LGA - YYG
1 stop7h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 308
Fri 5/73:45 p.m.JFK - YYG
1 stop7h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 308
Sat 15/64:30 p.m.EWR - YQM
1 stop6h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 29/5C$ 309

Find flights from New York to Prince Edward Island within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Prince Edward Island that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 426,053 searches. Data last updated 30 May 2024.

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C$ 557 - C$ 1,107

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NewarkMoncton Intl

EWR - YQM

EWRYQM

Newark

Fri 21/6

1 stop5h 42m

Moncton Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop4h 25m

C$ 557

NewarkCharlottetown

EWR - YYG

EWRYYG

Newark

Thu 15/8

1 stop4h 37m

Charlottetown

Mon 19/8

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 557

NewarkMoncton Intl

EWR - YQM

EWRYQM

Newark

Sat 22/6

1 stop4h 53m

Moncton Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop4h 25m

C$ 562

NewarkCharlottetown

EWR - YYG

EWRYYG

Newark

Fri 28/6

1 stop10h 48m

Charlottetown

Fri 5/7

1 stop5h 00m

C$ 599

New York LaGuardiaMoncton Intl

LGA - YQM

LGAYQM

New York LaGuardia

Sat 22/6

1 stop5h 21m

Moncton Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop6h 08m

C$ 614

New York LaGuardiaMoncton Intl

LGA - YQM

LGAYQM

New York LaGuardia

Fri 28/6

1 stop4h 12m

Moncton Intl

Fri 5/7

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 639

NewarkMoncton Intl

EWR - YQM

EWRYQM

Newark

Sat 15/6

2 stops15h 57m

Moncton Intl

Sun 23/6

2 stops15h 00m

C$ 650

New York LaGuardiaCharlottetown

LGA - YYG

LGAYYG

New York LaGuardia

Fri 13/9

2 stops23h 27m

Charlottetown

Mon 16/9

1 stop6h 43m

C$ 789

New York John F Kennedy IntlMoncton Intl

JFK - YQM

JFKYQM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/6

2 stops20h 13m

Moncton Intl

Tue 25/6

1 stop8h 34m

C$ 1,107

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 29/5

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Prince Edward Island

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Reviews of airlines servicing Prince Edward Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Prince Edward Island. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Prince Edward Island. Reviews last updated 30 May 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada, Porter Airlines and WestJet from New York to Prince Edward Island have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

7.5
Good
2,866 reviews
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

7.4
Good
394 reviews
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

7.0
Good
7,004 reviews
7.5
Good
2,866 reviews

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

System was down and the line on the check in counter was very slow.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from State of New York to Prince Edward Island for under C$ 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from State of New York to Prince Edward Island for under C$ 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Porter Airlines for just C$ 557, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 591.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from State of New York to Prince Edward Island for under C$ 700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from State of New York to Prince Edward Island within the next 7 days for less than C$ 700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to Prince Edward Island one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Porter Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 274. Users have also found prices from C$ 300 and C$ 353 on Air Canada and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What does JFK to YYG mean?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is JFK and Charlottetown Airport is YYG. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Buffalo Airport (BUF), Syracuse Hancock Intl Airport (SYR), Albany Intl Airport (ALB).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Prince Edward Island that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New York to Prince Edward Island flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New York to Prince Edward Island with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New York to Prince Edward Island flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Prince Edward Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Prince Edward Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Prince Edward Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Prince Edward Island.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Prince Edward Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Prince Edward Island by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Prince Edward Island that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New York to Prince Edward Island offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New York to Prince Edward Island?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New York to Prince Edward Island flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the State of New York to Prince Edward Island flight deals updated?

    The State of New York to Prince Edward Island flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 29/5.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Prince Edward Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Prince Edward Island (average of C$ 210). Flying from State of New York to Prince Edward Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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