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Cheap flights to New York
Return flights from the UK to New York (JFK) from £399 per person, including taxes. Call our experts for today's best fare.
Finding cheap flights to New York
New York is the busiest route across the Atlantic, with dozens of daily non-stops from Heathrow into JFK and Newark.
Flights from UK airports to New York
We book flights to New York from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Edinburgh and Birmingham. Flying from your nearest airport can save the trip to London, and we compare it with London fares so you can see the difference.
Arriving in New York
Flights from the UK land at John F. Kennedy (JFK) in Queens or Newark Liberty (EWR) in New Jersey. Both are about 45 to 75 minutes from Manhattan by road, and both have rail links. Fares into Newark are sometimes cheaper, so we check both.
Direct and one-stop flights
This is one of the busiest long-haul routes in the world, with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta and United flying non-stop from Heathrow, and more from Gatwick, Manchester and Edinburgh. With so many flights, we can usually match your preferred times.
Baggage allowance
Basic economy fares across the Atlantic often include no checked bag. Standard economy usually includes one. We show you the difference in price so you can choose the right fare.
Best time to fly to New York
January to March and November (outside Thanksgiving) usually have the lowest fares. Christmas, Easter, the summer holidays and Thanksgiving week are the most expensive. Spring and autumn have the most comfortable weather for sightseeing.
Visas and entry
British citizens visiting for a holiday need an approved ESTA before they fly, applied for on the official US government website. Apply well ahead and only use the official site. Entry rules can change, so check the GOV.UK foreign travel advice before you book and again before you fly.
Tips for booking
January to March has the lowest fares. Everyone flying to the US needs an approved ESTA before travel.
Airlines we book to New York
We regularly book British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and Delta. Tell us your preferred airline, or let us find the best value on your dates.
- Airport
- New York (JFK)
- Flying time
- about 8 hours
- Return fares from
- £399
- Country
- United States
New York
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07368652169 WhatsApp for a quoteCheap flights to New York: your questions answered
How long is the flight from London to New York?
A non-stop flight from London to New York takes about 8 hours. One-stop routes take longer depending on the connection.
Which airlines fly from the UK to New York?
We regularly book British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and Delta to New York.
Which UK airports have flights to New York?
We book flights to New York from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Edinburgh and Birmingham, and other UK airports on request.
Should I fly into JFK or Newark?
Both work well for Manhattan. Newark is often cheaper and is quick to reach by train, while JFK has more flights from the UK. We price both for you.
Do I need an ESTA to visit New York?
Yes, British citizens visiting for a holiday need an approved ESTA before flying. Apply on the official US government website.
Does basic economy to New York include a suitcase?
Usually not. Basic economy often includes cabin bags only. We compare it with standard economy so you see the real total.
How do I book cheap flights to New York with XcessFly?
Call us on 07368652169 or send your dates on WhatsApp. A travel expert finds the best fare to New York, confirms it with you and issues your e-ticket.