Cheap flights to New York City depart daily from London’s Heathrow Airport and Manchester Airport. International visitors will either arrive at either Newark Liberty Airport or John F. Kennedy International Airport. On arrival in New York City, international passengers will be required to clear customs and immigration. Some British travellers may qualify for the Visa Waiver programme, which allows them to stay in the US for up to 90 days without a visa. Check with the American Embassy in London to see if you qualify before your flight to New York. There are several bureaux de change located at the airport or exchange money before leaving the UK on the high street.

Upon arrival in New York, there will be several options for getting into the city. Airtrain services go directly from JFK or Newark airports into Manhattan. Another fuss-free option is the NYC Airporter, which offers shuttle bus services from JFK to the heart of New York City. The Newark Airport Express bus also travels directly to Manhattan from Newark Airport.

The iconic yellow cabs are New York’s answer to London’s famous black cabs. However, hopping into one may turn out to be a costly experience, especially if you get stuck in one of the city’s notorious traffic jams. Getting around on New York City’s public transport system is relatively cheap and efficient. Spend some time studying the different lines to familiarise yourself with any interchanges. Maps are available online and at most subway stations. A Metrocard is required when using the subways and buses.

The Statue of Liberty, the glittering lights of Broadway, the exclusive shops along Fifth Avenue…the Big Apple is never short of sightseeing opportunities. Enjoy a stroll through Central Park, or hire a horse-drawn carriage and pretend you’re starring in a romantic comedy. Go up to the observation deck of the Empire State Building for a panoramic view of the city – it’s a breathtaking sight. Take in the latest in art at the Museum of Modern Art, catch a concert at Madison Square Garden or find out what baseball is all about at Yankee Stadium.

A cheap flight to New York will let shopaholics indulge in their greatest passion – shopping, of course! Look for the latest in haute couture at the boutiques on Fifth Avenue, or head to the Meatpacking District for vintage and one-off finds. Shop and fill up at Chelsea Market, which houses a range of boutiques, bakeries and restaurants. Indulge in comfort food at Friedman’s Lunch, treat yourself at Fat Witch Bakery, or enjoy fine dining at Morimoto. The East Village is still the heart of New York’s alternative community. Pop into the Bowery Ballroom to catch the next big thing in music, or give your ears a rest with a trip to the distinctively shaped New Museum of Contemporary Art.

• From London 23 major airlines serve the New York area
• From Manchester 10 major airlines serve the New York area
• From Glasgow 4 major airlines serve the New York area

• The flying time from London to New York is typically 7 hours and most direct flights leave around 8:30a local time.
• London is 3415 mi from New York
• The flying time from Manchester to New York is typically 7 hours and most direct flights leave around 9:25a local time.
• Manchester is 3299 mi from New York
• The flying time from Glasgow to New York is typically 7 hours and most direct flights leave around 9:00a local time.
• Glasgow is 3168 mi from New York

• There are 53 airports in New York and the 5 biggest are
• John F. Kennedy Intl Airport (New York City, NY)
• Right now, 92 airlines operate out of John F. Kennedy Intl Airport.
• John F. Kennedy Intl Airport offers nonstop flights to 177 cities.
• Every week, at least 11,186 domestic flights and 4,459 international flights depart from John F. Kennedy Intl Airport.
• La Guardia Airport (New York City, NY)
• Right now, 37 airlines operate out of La Guardia Airport.
• La Guardia Airport offers nonstop flights to 78 cities.
• Every week, at least 7,077 domestic flights and 735 international flights depart from La Guardia Airport.
• Buffalo Niagara Intl Airport (Buffalo, NY)
• Right now, 34 airlines operate out of Buffalo Niagara Intl Airport.
• Buffalo Niagara Intl Airport offers nonstop flights to 26 cities.
• Every week, at least 3,101 domestic flights and 42 international flights depart from Buffalo Niagara Intl Airport.
• Monroe County Airport (Rochester, NY)
• Right now, 32 airlines operate out of Monroe County Airport.
• Monroe County Airport offers nonstop flights to 18 cities.
• Every week, at least 1,918 domestic flights and 49 international flights depart from Monroe County Airport.
• Albany Intl Airport (Albany, NY)
• Right now, 17 airlines operate out of Albany Intl Airport.
• Albany Intl Airport offers nonstop flights to 20 cities.
• Every week, at least 1,764 domestic flights and 35 international flights depart from Albany Intl Airport.

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• London to New York £489 (found 19/06/2013)
• Manchester to New York £655 (found 17/06/2013)
• Birmingham to New York £475 (found 19/06/2013)