Flights to New York
New York packs eight and a half million people onto a handful of islands, and the density is the point — world-class museums, restaurants and theatre sit within walking distance of each other in Manhattan. Three major airports keep transatlantic and domestic fares among the most competitive anywhere.
Cheapest flights to New York
Lowest return fares we've found, by departure city.
| From | Lowest fare | Nonstop | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta (ATL) | $74 | Yes | View fares |
| Los Angeles (LAX) | $135 | Yes | View fares |
| Paris (PAR) | $291 | Yes | View fares |
| Berlin (BER) | $294 | Yes | View fares |
| Frankfurt (FRA) | $315 | Yes | View fares |
| Madrid (MAD) | $316 | Yes | View fares |
| Barcelona (BCN) | $317 | Yes | View fares |
| London (LON) | $321 | Yes | View fares |
| Bogota (BOG) | $337 | Yes | View fares |
| Dublin (DUB) | $345 | Yes | View fares |
| Istanbul (IST) | $351 | Yes | View fares |
| Amsterdam (AMS) | $359 | Yes | View fares |
| Athens (ATH) | $387 | Yes | View fares |
| Dubai (DXB) | $423 | Yes | View fares |
| New Delhi (DEL) | $428 | Yes | View fares |
| Mumbai (BOM) | $428 | Yes | View fares |
| Abu Dhabi (AUH) | $460 | Yes | View fares |
| Hong Kong (HKG) | $464 | Yes | View fares |
| Tokyo (TYO) | $485 | Yes | View fares |
| Bangkok (BKK) | $525 | — | View fares |
| Doha (DOH) | $538 | Yes | View fares |
| Beijing (BJS) | $549 | Yes | View fares |
| Auckland (AKL) | $556 | — | View fares |
| Singapore (SIN) | $602 | Yes | View fares |
Airports serving New York
When to fly to New York
April to June and September to early November bring mild weather and clear light. July and August are humid; January and February are cold but cheapest.
Fares to New York move with season and demand. Each route page above shows month-by-month prices for that specific city pair, which is a far better guide than a general rule of thumb.
Flights to New York: common questions
How much does it cost to fly to New York?
The cheapest return fare we've recorded is $74 from Atlanta. Fares from other cities are listed above.
What is the best time to visit New York?
April to June and September to early November bring mild weather and clear light. July and August are humid; January and February are cold but cheapest.
Which airports serve New York?
New York is served by Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
How far in advance should I book flights to New York?
For long-haul routes, 2–5 months ahead usually gives the best fares; short-haul is typically cheapest 3–8 weeks out. Each route page shows that route's own price pattern by month.