Logan International Ranks 40th—Just Below the National Average

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is the hub of New England's air travel network, and by national standards it holds a reasonable position on airfare costs. Only In Your State analyzed recently released Bureau of Transportation Statistics data, and Logan averaged $379.09 per domestic ticket in 2025—ranking 40th most affordable nationally.

That's $7.91 below the national average of $387—a modest advantage for one of New England's primary gateways. For a major metropolitan hub with Logan's volume and carrier density, performing slightly below the national average is a solid outcome for local travelers.

How Boston Compares in the Northeast

Across the Northeast, Boston's 40th ranking keeps it squarely in the middle pack for affordability. While it is more expensive than New York's LaGuardia (24th, $357.40), Logan offers significantly lower average fares than several other major regional hubs, including Philadelphia (70th, $415.17), Newark (82nd, $424.88), JFK (86th, $86th, $431.32), and Washington Dulles (97th, $468.84).

Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) in Providence remains the most notable lower-cost alternative nearby, averaging $330.75 and ranking 12th nationally—$48.34 cheaper per ticket than Logan. For travelers in southeastern Massachusetts, checking departures out of PVD can deliver meaningful savings.

Logan's strong mix of legacy carriers and low-cost airlines helps drive healthy competition across major domestic routes. This competitive landscape keeps Boston's average ticket prices close to—and slightly better than—the national benchmark.

Planning from Boston

For most Massachusetts residents, Logan is the practical and often unavoidable choice. Its slightly below-average national fare ranking means you're not starting at a disadvantage. For travelers in the southeastern part of the state, comparing Logan with Providence is worth the extra step in trip planning.

Getting the Best Rates Out of Logan

Beyond choosing between Boston and Providence, strategic timing is crucial for managing airfare costs from New England. Because Logan serves as a primary hub for both JetBlue and Delta, carrier competition frequently creates price drops on popular non-stop routes to Florida, the Midwest, and the West Coast. Flexible travelers can often beat Logan's $379 average by tracking fare trends a few months ahead of departure, flying on off-peak midweek days, or opting for early morning flights when seat inventory is highest.

This data reflects 2025 averages from the Department of Transportation, released in May 2026. Current fares may be higher due to rising jet fuel costs. Smart booking habits—particularly booking well ahead of peak summer and holiday travel—can meaningfully reduce what you pay out of Logan.

To get the most from your next departure, explore how to find cheap flights and unexpected ways to cut travel costs to help stretch your budget further once you've already got a head start.

To see how every major airport in the country compares—plus the full methodology behind the data—explore the complete U.S. Airport Cost Rankings for 2026.