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Flights from Europe to the United States: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Europe to the United States 
SabuFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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IAD
Dec 2025
If you have a long layover in Istanbul, take advantage of the free hotel stay that Turkish Airlines provides and explore Istanbul.
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ZRH
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MIA
Dec 2025
longer flight in this direction. during the day so harder to get rest. ensure well rested before taking this flight.
JulieFlew with British Airways
FRA
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DFW
Nov 2025
Make sure that you verify that if you have a code share flight, that you DOUBLE/TRIPLE CHECK which counter to check in at. I booked a British Airways flight operated by American Airlines. The BA flight counter was closed until an hour prior to my departure, it was really AA that I needed to check in at. The people around the airport are helpful and speak English beautifully so just ask! Also, the security point is IMMEDIATELY before only 2 gates, so keep in mind for buying food/drink. There's also a very relaxing lounge with reclined seats prior to the security checkpoint, it's free/open.
PeteFlew with ITA Airways
FCO
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SFO
Nov 2025
“Comfort economy” is worth it. Noise cancelling headphones/earbuds are important, along with an eye mask.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Nov 2025
Pack a jacket since you need to deplane in the open to get a shuttle to main airport
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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IAD
Nov 2025
Be prepared for very long distances to the gates.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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MIA
Jun 2025
Boarding was easy, organized and moved quickly at Heathrow. Flying premium economy is worth it on the longer flights. More leg room and no checked bag fees to pay. You may order your meals 30 days in advance. One also gets a comfort bag at each seat that includes a blanket, small neck pillow, and toiletry kit with toothpaste, toothbrush, socks, lotion, eye mask. Very handy on those long flights! Bring a light weight jacket or sweater as night flights can be cooler than day flights. Be polite and smile as the crew try their best to keep you safe and comfortable.
Verified travelerFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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SEA
Jun 2025
Copenhagen is really laid back. Plenty of space at the gate. However, not a lot of shops. They have a self serve 7-Eleven! So, if you have the time and are hungry, eat before you go through to the gate.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jun 2025
I wish I'd known that there were food and shopping opportunities at the B gate area. This was a lovely, NOT busy place to spend time. I'd have gone directly there if I'd known. Definitely a nice place to wait.
ROSSFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Jun 2025
Download the LH Entertainment app before the flight so you can watch content on your personal devices.
AllanFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LIS
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JFK
Jun 2025
The Lisbon airport traffic was such that I could not get an Uber to the airport. Take that into account or use the Metro which is cheap, easy and quick. I also found Lisbon Airport to be more difficult to progress through than JFK. I had thought JFK was difficult but once cleared through the TSA screening your in . Lisbon seemed to have more layers of difficulty.
TimFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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BOS
Jul 2025
Check your bags if traveling to the US if included / possible. It was a long walk for the flight connection and we did US customs and immigration in Dublin, not Boston, which was a first for us.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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IAD
Jul 2025
Be prepared to have a second security check when you arrive at your gate. They also don’t make boarding announcements so you have to figure it out yourself.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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IAH
Jul 2025
Do not let go of your mobility equipment. Do not move from the jet bridge until you see your stuff.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
MAD
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LAX
Jun 2025
Arrive early to the airport, it takes a long time to check in and reach the boarding gates
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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IAD
Jun 2025
Buy your seat ahead of time if you don’t want to be stuck in the middle or back of plane. It’s a shame that airlines have this added cost but it’s hard to avoid paying especially if you need to get off the plane quickly
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Mar 2025
"If you're flying from Istanbul to Chicago, here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. *Choose a comfortable airline*: I recommend flying with Turkish Airlines or United Airlines, as they offer a relatively smooth and efficient boarding process. 2. *Be prepared for long flight*: The flight from Istanbul to Chicago can take around 10-11 hours, so make sure to bring entertainment, snacks, and comfortable clothing. 3. *Take advantage of in-flight amenities*: Both Turkish Airlines and United Airlines offer a range of in-flight amenities, including meals, drinks, and entertainment. 4. *Plan for jet lag*: Chicago is 8 hours behind Istanbul, so plan accordingly and try to adjust your sleep schedule before arrival. As for the boarding process, I found Turkish Airlines to be particularly comfortable and efficient. They offer: - *Priority boarding*: For passengers with special needs or priority status. - *Efficient queue management*: Turkish Airlines uses a well-organized queue system to minimize waiting times. - *Friendly staff*: The flight attendants and ground staff are always helpful and welcoming. Overall, with some planning and preparation, you can have a comfortable and enjoyable flight from Istanbul to Chicago!"
ElizabethFlew with Iberia
FCO
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ORD
May 2025
Get to Rome airport a bit early. The lines for passport control can be long if you have a US passport. The signage can be confusing, but once you figure it out it is easy. Staff at Rome airport are very good and the lines were not bad there. Just security and passport control.
MichelleFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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SFO
May 2025
Make sure you arrive well ahead of the flight. We were lucky that security lines were pretty short but they could be very long and you do US customs and security in Dublin.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Mar 2025
Try to get an aisle seat and walk around the plane as often as possible. Your legs will thank you
RachelFlew with PLAY
KEF
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BWI
Mar 2025
Both airports are smaller and well marked for where to go. They were both fairly easy to navigate.
Verified travelerFlew with Delta
AMS
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DTW
Mar 2025
KLM handles the boarding for Delta in Amsterdam. The boarding is a two steps process . First , their security will check the passport one more time , then KKM checks the boarding pass. It makes for a slow and unnecessarily tedious process. In the other hand , this is a direct flight to Detroit so the convenience of no layover may make it a worthwhile consideration.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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JFK
May 2025
We got in line for passport control instead of going to the transfer section after arriving from Zagreb and wasted precious time. We wish there were obvious signs to show transfer passengers where to go. (Maybe we missed the signs?) The food was delicious and the crew were excellent.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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STL
Apr 2025
Allow lots of extra time at the airport in Frankfurt - get there three hours before your flight instead of two. We barely made the flight with 2 1/2. Expect that your carry on luggage will need to be checked and that you will pay $60-70 per bag.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Make sure to allow ample time between connecting flights. I have to hoof it when I realized that TSA required bags to be picked up and rechecked.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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ORD
Mar 2025
Beware the long distances at O’Hare terminal 5. Moving walkway help, but it was 1/2 mile or more from gate to passport control
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
BCN
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PHL
May 2025
Get to the airport at least 3 to 4 hours ahead -- the lines are long, and so are the walks to the gate.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
FCO
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EWR
May 2025
Get to the airport at least 3 hrs early. The line for passport control in Rome is very long.
PatrickFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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LAX
May 2025
Arrive early. There are a lot of flights and a lot of steps before getting to your gate.
Verified travelerFlew with Austrian Airlines
VIE
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IAD
May 2025
Long walks to high gates so come prepared for a walk, especially if your older or infirm.
KevinFlew with Norse Atlantic Airways
CDG
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JFK
May 2025
Terminal 3 at CDG is very bare bones, with no network lounges and few charging ports.
MichaelFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Have a light luggage as much as you can. Boarding gate walk is not a joke.
Verified travelerFlew with Singapore Airlines
MAN
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IAH
Apr 2025
Book direct with the airline and not through an agent.
YaneliFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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BOS
Apr 2025
Arrive early (3 hours) because lunes get very busy.
SherylFlew with ITA Airways
FCO
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JFK
May 2025
I would not recommend ITA unless you are sitting in business class. All of the upgraded ITA seats lack lumbar support and are in poor condition. I would also recommend that unless you are ending your trip in Nee York or a close by location, that you not stop in New York on your way to a longer distance destination because the delay time can be very long. My delay was 4hrs, 45mins even though I only needed to fly to Washington DC Dulles from New York.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EWR
May 2025
Gate assignments are made shortly before boarding and each letter dedicated terminal group is separated by a long walk or a crowded rail ride. The metro ride between the terminals and the city can be complicated if you go in with no research. We consider ourselves capable people but Londons rail system is a mess to get a grasp of.
Verified travelerFlew with Norse Atlantic Airways
FCO
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JFK
Apr 2025
Don’t fly Norse. Also always pack light. You won’t miss all the extra clothes and shoes, one set is fine, you can rewear items, but traveling light makes your whole travel experience so much easier!
Jan PaulFlew with United Airlines
AMS
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IAD
Dec 2024
Washington is one of the nicest layovers, nice quiet and not too busy. Walking from plane to customs to plane never went that fast compared to the bigger airports
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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JFK
Jan 2025
Prepare for the unexpected. It’s a long flight and anything can happen. Have some snacks and drinks with you. And other emergency items you may need.
NickFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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SEA
Dec 2024
Be early at the airport so you will not get stuck at the document check that is done mainly for flights to the USA
ShawnFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Dec 2024
Know that gates are posted just about an hour before takeoff and it takes a bit of time to actually get to the gate. If you make a mistake there is no train back- you have to walk to the correct area and that are at least 10 minutes apart. Make sure to have ALL liquids ready to place in the tray at TSA
IanFlew with Iberia
BCN
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LAX
Jan 2025
Be aware that checked in bags are EUR70 per bag. You can board the plane via stairs either at the front or back. I thought the experience was ok a 13 hour flight
MaryFlew with United Airlines
ZRH
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ORD
Jan 2025
Bring your own food. Chicago airport is extremely large....we walked nearly 4000 steps from landing to customs....very difficult for people over 70 years old.
VijayFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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RDU
Feb 2025
Be prepared for the running race. The airport is big and confusing. Just follow the boards but not shortcuts.
HFlew with Azores Airlines
PDL
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BOS
Dec 2024
Expect to walk up the stairs on the plane as the ponta drlgado has no air bridge
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ZRH
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LAX
Dec 2024
Don't pack too much, as the carry-on back size is smaller than most other airlines.
AlastairFlew with British Airways
LHR
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SFO
Feb 2025
Make sure your free checked luggage is for outward and return flights.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
CDG
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IAD
Dec 2024
Bring your own food AND drink on the plane with you.
FarisFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Dec 2024
Come very early to the airport because it’s very huge
Verified travelerFlew with Icelandair
KEF
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ORD
Feb 2025
Pack snacks or pay online for your meal. Pack lightly.
786ottoFlew with Finnair
LHR
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JFK
Sep 2024
If you have tight connection and previous flight is late , don't panic they will wait for you if you have connecting flight with same airline.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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SAN
Sep 2024
Flight overall is good. Service is very good. Bring yourself some snacks, in case the food isn’t up to your taste.
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ZRH
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LAX
Sep 2024
Have Swiss app it keeps you updated pretty instantly of any delays or gate changes
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
DUB
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ORD
Sep 2024
Taking the coach bus to Dublin from Castlebar to departures was affordable and easy.
YantiFlew with United Airlines
MUC
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DEN
Nov 2024
Get yourself plenty of time to the next connection, at least 3-5 hours
MeganFlew with Iberia
LHR
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LAX
Sep 2024
Pack light and know you can always get stuff when you land.
CarolFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Oct 2024
Take the 10.40 flight not the 14.30 as it took nearly 2 hours to clear Orlando airport as there weren’t many immigration staff on duty - when i did it last year I breezed through at the earlier time
NinaFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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SFO
Nov 2024
Make sure you include extra time to pass through US Border Control if you’re flying to the US! Also Aer Lingus bag drop closes 75 mins before flight departure for long haul so bear that in mind!
Verified travelerFlew with KLM
AMS
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JFK
Oct 2024
It's a long flight but you're following the sun so time zones may catch up to you. Take a nap on the flight if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BWI
Nov 2024
Beware of London underground and bus schedules always allow plenty (double?) advertised schedule timing for services to LHR, from city and suburbs!
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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SFO
Sep 2024
Download all your music. Add shows and movies to your queue. Bring short so you can relax. Bring long charger cords.
PGFlew with Condor
FRA
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LAX
Oct 2024
Make sure you have plenty of time to get through the Frankfurt Airport if you are flying internationally.
ConnerFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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ORD
Sep 2024
You need almost 2 hours to be sure you will clear US pre clearance
MajFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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LAX
Sep 2024
Bring snacks! Other than the 2x international meals, everything else is for purchase.
KennethFlew with Iberia
LHR
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EWR
Oct 2024
Heathrow is a large busy airport that requires a lot of walking.
Verified travelerFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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IAD
Sep 2024
Allow a full 2 hours for check-in and boarding.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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DEN
Nov 2024
Save up and go 1st class and please be aware you stand in line for Munich customs over 1 hour. The customs in Denver wasn’t that bad. There was a long line but they moved you through fairly quickly. I wouldn’t advise economy even after you upgrade your seat. It’s too cramped for such a long flight. I was miserable. It was a United A380 plane. I was bumped back to row 15.
KatyFlew with LOT
WAW
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JFK
Sep 2024
Warsaw airport is cold and unfriendly so don’t look for much help or support there. If you fly LOT know that they are very disorganized so you’ll probably get a lot of misinformation or none at all and it seems quite common that incoming flights to Warsaw are late so definitely give yourself a layover of at east 2.5 hours between flights.
SYBIL BRENNANFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Sep 2024
Beware that they can change your flight last minute and put you on a flight that arrives to a different airport from your connecting flight. You are responsible for finding the transport to your connecting flight
SunnyFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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SFO
Nov 2024
Turkish lounge is so good, however receptionists are anything but receptive: they were inattentive and rude x 4 Airport is very large for a tight international transfer if inbound flight is 30 min late
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
BCN
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ORD
Oct 2024
The AA website states that the cost for luggage is $45 for transatlantic flights. Encourage them to call for the actual cost as I was charged $70EU for each bag.
FabiolaFlew with Norse Atlantic Airways
ATH
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JFK
Sep 2024
Buy your meal and choose your seats when you book, because if you want to add them later, their website has issues.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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PHL
Sep 2024
You need at least 2 hours when connecting at this airport, 50 min like they say, it is not enough.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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JFK
Aug 2024
People have to make sure they have plenty of time (2 hours minimum) if they need to change terminals. Heathrow is a monster airport, it's giant, so if you want to shop or eat or just look around, you need more than 2 hours between flights. Otherwise, it's great, the security was fast but thorough. I loved that I did not have to remove my shoes and the employees were patient and polite, not like at JFK. The shuttle buses are annoying, but at a huge airport like Heathrow, it's a must. The drivers of the shuttles are crazy, they don't care if people are falling down or not, they drive aggressively. However, people cannot fall down because the buses are packed to the gills. So, instead of shuttles, a looping airtrain would be a much more convenient and probably faster way of connecting the terminals, just like at JFK. The frequent flights between London and New York are much appreciated.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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TPA
Jun 2024
I built in extra time in case there were train delays. When I arrived in Frankfurt, the trains to Cologne were all delayed but about two hours. I didn't want to risk missing my flight so I added in extra time to get to the airport. That worked great and I ended up with extra time to have a coffee instead of being stressed about delays.
ScottFlew with ITA Airways
FCO
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MIA
Jun 2024
Rome airport is very nice and easy to navigate. A decent distance from the luggage drop to the gate in E terminal but it’s a big airport. Used Leonardo Express from the airport and a cab back. Both are easy to do. Used FREENOW app for cab with fixed 50 euro price.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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PHL
Jul 2024
Make sure you are at the airport at least 3 hours early to ensure that you can check in, go through security, and so that you can find your departure gate within plenty of time so you are not rushing.
Verified travelerFlew with Emirates
ATH
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EWR
Jun 2024
Emirates has the best baggage and in flight options. I would recommend flying from Newark instead of NYC or Philadelphia for better prices and public transportation options back and forth
WilliamFlew with United Airlines
FRA
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ATL
Jul 2024
If you’re flying from Frankfurt, I recommend getting a hotel that’s within a 10 mins drive of the airport. Traffic gets wild very quickly
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ZRH
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JFK
Jul 2024
Fly Swiss, it’s the best. Have lots of time at Zurich airport for shopping and getting to gate. It’s a big airport.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
AMS
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SFO
Jul 2024
Fly either Business class or Premium Plus. Realize Business is unaffordable for most but Premium Plus is worth the extra fee.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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PIT
Jun 2024
By your own food and have your own music. Upgrade your seat if you have the funds!
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
CDG
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EWR
Jun 2024
Pack efficiently, arrive early to the airport and check in ahead of time.
JoshuaFlew with United Airlines
ARN
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EWR
Aug 2024
Do some stretching before hopping on a long flight with United.
SimonFlew with British Airways
LHR
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LAX
Jun 2024
If flying business class I’d research which cabin your aircraft operates. BA have some old business class on the 380 and new business class on the 777. (And 350). The new cabin is so much better. But the food just isn’t as good as it used to be
WilliamFlew with American Airlines
MAD
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JFK
Jun 2024
Madrid’s airport is incredibly windy and cumbersome to navigate. Make sure you have PLENTY of time to get to your gate. Unlike other airports they also don’t announce gate changes, you have to pay attention to the departure screens constantly.
Verified travelerFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
OPO
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EWR
Aug 2024
Boarding by zones is great, but overall announcements at airports incomprehensible as there is much noise from passengers. If a screen could display the announcements as being voiced it would facilitate much confuion
JamesFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Jun 2024
When Checkin in at the airport, if you request a window seat make sure it is a window seat and ask to see a seating plan before you accept the seat.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jul 2024
Gate 10 is a train wreck because there are multiple gates distinguished by a letter following A10. If possible get there as quickly as possible to find the appropriate gate.
AmirFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LIS
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SFO
Jul 2024
For any flight that's part of a Multi-City flight plan, don't miss it. Otherwise, all your remaining flights on that plan will be terminated.
KateFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DFW
Jun 2024
Leave plenty of time for layover in US as the queues for immigration are very long and you are likely to miss your connecting flight
KaraFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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LAX
Aug 2024
Make sure you request food restrictions! Otherwise they will make you purchase if you are unable to eat their free meal
LisaFlew with Iberia
MAD
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DFW
Jun 2024
Make sure if you have a connecting flight that you have at at least 3 to 4 hours in between.
Verified travelerFlew with Norse Atlantic Airways
ATH
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JFK
Jul 2024
Make sure you come prepared, at least when it comes to food and drinks, unless you want to pay extra!
Sheena
LIS
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BOS
Jun 2024
Be easy for the longer lines for passports and going through customs. Give your self plenty of time.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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TPA
Jul 2024
Emirates, Dubai. Qatar, Doha are better airports for transit. Frankfurt could be painful while transitioning between terminals.
GzimFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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SAN
Aug 2024
Buy your own food, choose seating where you have your own row or someone your flying with.
AmrFlew with United Airlines
MUC
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LAX
Aug 2024
Boarding takes long time and traveling from T2 is far away from T1
MohamadFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Jun 2024
Make sure that you have enough transit time because the airport is huge
PhilFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DEN
Aug 2024
Sit in the front part of the plane if you want service.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
DUB
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ORD
Aug 2024
Give yourself enough time to go through US Customs in Dublin.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Aug 2024
Make sure there is more time in between your flights
HeatherFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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ORD
Aug 2024
They are super strict on carry-on size and weight. I have never seen an airline weigh a carry-on before. If you are flying through Germany, make sure to alott yourself extra time to stand in a giant line for a passport check, even though it was already checked when boarding to Germany (not sure what could have changed with it during the flight!). They had given some of our seats away on our connecting flight because we barely made it to the gate in time for departure.
WendyFlew with Iberia
LHR
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PIT
Jul 2024
This is a good service to a smaller gateway airport. It's usually full. This service is why we selected BA. If you've prepaid for your seats be prepared for them to switch the plane configuration and reassign your seats. You'll have to apply for this refund too since it's not automatic. These refunds should be automatic not a chore for you to get your money back, especially when you have selected seats you personally want.
MarkFlew with American Airlines
CPH
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PHL
Jun 2024
I would avoid PHL at all costs. The airport is poorly laid out and poorly staffed. I would choose a different airport for any connecting flight. They need to start over and make a world-class airport that is designed in a way that is not so spread out. There was lots of running between terminals.
ErikFlew with Vueling
BCN
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BOS
Jul 2024
Check in online if you must fly this airline. Avoid excess weight (up to $250 per bag!). Better yet - fly another carrier. Single worst flying experience of my life. And I easily fly 150,000 miles every year with all types of carriers.
AntonellaFlew with Iberia
LHR
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EWR
Jul 2024
London makes you take out every single toiletry even below 100ml and if they don’t all fit in one tiny bag, they make you throw it away. Check everything in your checked luggage!
Anne KatherineFlew with Iberia
LHR
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PHL
Jul 2024
Need more snacks. As meals not big and need more to eat Also take own water on board as not enough drinks offered from cabin crew - can feel dehydrated during flight
ElidaFlew with United Airlines
ATH
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IAD
Jun 2024
No bathrooms before customs. Takes about 45 min to an hour for luggage to get from plane to where I can pick it up to transfer it over. Area feels dirty
NatiFlew with Iberia
MAD
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JFK
Aug 2024
avoid booking through Cheapflights and book directly at airlines website. You may think you are saving money, but not true in terms of fee, stress and time at the end..
Verified travelerFlew with Air France
CDG
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IAD
Jul 2024
Don’t use Paris for transiting from another airport. It is not transit friendly. Use Munich of Frankfurt instead.
MikeFlew with United Airlines
MUC
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DEN
Jun 2024
Make sure you have sufficient time to navigate the badly signed Munich Airport.
PamFlew with Iberia
LGW
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MCO
Apr 2024
If flown with various airlines over 25 years, they have all been very good, I wouldn't date one over the other fur service, baggage allowance and flight cost are my deciding factors. Terminal C the new term I am at Orlando is very spacious, clean, clear signage, but be aware there is a 10 minute walk from the plane to the luggage collection and border control area. Ask for assistance if you have any issues walking that far yourself or with children.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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SFO
Mar 2024
Heathrow is vast, allow plenty of time to drop bags and go through security. At San Francisco the immigration takes a bit of time and we had to wait around 1.5hrs, bare this in mind when booking car rental. The is a shuttle train from the airport to the car rental area which is very slick and efficient.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Mar 2024
If you are arriving on a late flight check in to an airport hotel at Logan. Good choice, easy access and good start to your trip
BridgetFlew with ITA Airways
FCO
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BOS
Apr 2024
Rome is an excellent airport. If connecting through Rome, know that there is a customs station you need to go through before your gate.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
MUC
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ORD
Apr 2024
We opted for Premium Economy and while more expensive, it’s definitely worth it on a long flight. Quieter, more room, and included a checked bag per passenger. The seats are much more comfortable. The only downside is the restrooms. PE is supposed to use the restrooms at the back of the plane even though there are bathrooms right in front of PE for first class. Stupid, the stewards kept locking those bathrooms and there was always a long line for the restrooms at the back. This was on United. We didn’t have this issue on Lufthansa PE.
pFlew with Delta
VCE
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JFK
May 2024
Be aware that the airport checkin is done by airline. So if another airline is flying out before you you cant line up to check in your bags. Getting to the airport more than 3hrs before your flight will not help. You'll still have to wait until they are ready to checkin your flight. It's not like the US where you can arrive early and wait by the gates.
SuzanneFlew with British Airways
LHR
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PIT
May 2024
1 - bring a portable battery backup because you can't rely on the outlets at your seat to be working. 2 - download movies/shows to your device, because you can't rely on your headphones or screen to be working. 3 - download any work, as possible, to your laptop, because you can't rely on WiFi to be working.
HeidiFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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BOS
May 2024
If you’re changing planes in Munich leave more than 1.5 hours between flights. Our first flight was late so we had to rush to next and it was quite a distance plus you have to go through passport security again.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
MXP
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JFK
May 2024
Flying out of Milan you may have bottled water going through carry-on luggage. The airport, both terminal 1 and 2, are very lacking on seating. No gates have sufficient seating for the passengers ready to board.
LindaFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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IAD
Apr 2024
Get there early! There are more layers of screening than in the U.S. We were handled by 10 different people on the way to the gate. Lines can get long.
JenniferFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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IAD
May 2024
Good luck with the flight, make sure you eat before you board the plane because that's a long flight for the food that is served on that plane.
Juan LuisFlew with Delta
LHR
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JFK
Apr 2024
- Enter as much information as possible using the Delta or Virgin Atlantic app. - Confirm which is the Terminal of your departure. - Arrive three hours early at the airport.
EmilyFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Mar 2024
Bring as few liquids as possible or put them in checked bag. They are very strict at Heathrow about all of them fitting into one small ziplock bag
DavidFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LIS
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MIA
Mar 2024
There are other airports like Seville, Barajas, Orly, Charles de Gaulle, etc. that connect the planes directly to the terminal. No need for the extra tour bus.
HenryFlew with United Airlines
FRA
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SFO
Apr 2024
connection took much longer than I expected; need 20 minutes between taking a shuttle bus and pass through custom before you get on your flight
JdubFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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ORD
Apr 2024
Remember to make time for passport control when going back and forth. It's after security. I was a little confused as a first time traveler.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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ORD
Mar 2024
Avoid Frankfurt and O'Hare if you can. Use Amsterdam as your European hub and Minneapolis or Dallas as your hub in middle America.
Ana-MariaFlew with Iberia
LHR
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SFO
Mar 2024
In London triple check your flight they have multiple leaving for the same destination once - it is easy to get them confused
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Apr 2024
Take more time than you think you need to get through customs. 2 hours isn’t enough.
cpajavierjcFlew with KLM
AMS
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JFK
Apr 2024
If you have interconnections you need minimum of two hours
RobFlew with Edelweiss Air
ZRH
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TPA
May 2024
Brings snacks, extra water, lots of toys for the kids
DavidFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DFW
Mar 2024
Don’t fly to Dallas. This isn’t about BA, but DFW was a really bad experience. TSA was horrible- rude, seemingly delighted in just being unhelpful, actually yelling at pax to “come on, get moving!” then asking why we didn’t have (whatever) out. Uhhh, that’d be because I can’t do it while moving, and not moving isn’t an option. Followed sign to TSA Pre, not there, asked agent who just pointed back where we came and said “follow the signs”. “Yes, they pointed here” “just follow the signs.” Multiple gate changes (to other terminals!) requiring multiple train rides. Just unpleasant. Find another connecting airport.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
FRA
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IAD
May 2024
Frankfurt airport falls short in customer service and care, particularly during the multiple security checks, making it challenging for travelers to navigate efficiently. With layovers of less than three hours, there’s a significant risk of missing connecting flights due to the airport’s procedures.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
MAD
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SFO
May 2024
Terminal 4 in Madrid is not well signed to tell where passengers need to go after each step. Planes are far from the Terminal. Baggage check in is slow.
CassidyFlew with Iberia
BCN
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BOS
May 2024
Check to make sure the airline you are booking through is not subcontracting it out to a janky airline to cut costs.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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AUS
Mar 2024
Eat before your flight if possible as inflight meals are pretty bad.
Verified travelerFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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IAD
Jan 2024
Bring your own headset if you want to check out the free entertainment on the ground before the cabin crew provides it. They brought it after the plane reached cruising altitude, about 25 minutes into the flight.
KaishaFlew with British Airways
LHR
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MSY
Feb 2024
If flying during Mardi Gras season, prebook a cab from the airport as you may be waiting a while. Security is swift
Verified travelerFlew with KLM
AMS
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ATL
Feb 2024
Purchase a economy comfort seat it is worth it
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LGW
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MCO
Feb 2024
The more you can do at home online before you leave makes it easier for you to just enjoy the airport before your flight. And just remember if you purchase food from WH SMITHS to eat it or bin it on the plane because it will add 30 minutes on your journey been escorted to extra security for having sandwiches. A reminder on the plane about food items to dispose it before you leave the plane would have helped.
CHARLESFlew with American Airlines
ZRH
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PHL
Jan 2024
If traveling economy class, arrive at ZRH at least three hours before departure time for check in, passport control, and security checks; if traveling business class, allow two hours before departure time. There is plenty of walking to do regardless of the class of service traveled.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EWR
Feb 2024
Even if you have a long layover, be prepared to travel a long distance to your gate once it gets announced. Do not delay in heading to the gate. Be prepared for a very crowded airport experience.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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IAH
Jan 2024
It may be worth dealing directly with certain airlines, vice third-party bookings. The inability to hold an intity accountable for misques while in transit is an unnecessary frustration.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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MIA
Jan 2024
Be prepared that you may not have WIFI the entire time so make other arrangements if necessary.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Tahiti Nui
CDG
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LAX
Jan 2024
Fly this airline. Get to LAX early. 4 hrs. Its jyst enough time.
WarrenFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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IAH
Jan 2024
The ground transportation situation (Uber, taxis) at International Arrivals (Terminals D/E) is frankly pathetic for a major American city. Way too many people and cars for the allotted space. I would recommend taking the mini-train to another terminal (A,B or C) and getting an Uber there, rather than trying to navigate International.
Verified travelerFlew with Finnair
LHR
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BOS
Dec 2023
If you’re looking for a hassle free and good customer experience, avoid BA; Fly American. As soon as you board the plane, set your watch to local US time to help adjust to the time difference.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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EWR
Jan 2024
Waiting time is too long and munich airport doesn't have cushion seat, long lines and long walk within airport.

FAQs for booking flights from Europe to the United States

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Europe to the United States?

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  • Which airlines fly most frequently to the United States?

    Europe and United States are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (958 flights per week), British Airways (949 flights per week), and Delta (948 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in the United States?

    There are 583 airports in the United States. The busiest airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), with 8% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in the United States?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in the United States is Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS), with an average flight price of $584.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to the United States?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to the United States is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $640. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $746 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the United States?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to the United States is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $642 on average. Morning departures are around 10% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to the United States is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $709.

  • What is the cheapest flight to the United States?

    The cheapest ticket to the United States from Europe found in the last 72 hours was to Boston, at $243 round-trip. The most popular route is Amsterdam (AMS) to Newark Airport (EWR) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $399.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Europe to the United States?

    The cheapest month for flights from Europe to the United States is March, when tickets cost $487 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $679 and $679 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from Europe to the United States?

    To get a below average price on the flight from Europe to the United States, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to the United States?

    From Europe, there are direct flights to the United States from 35 cities. The city with the most direct flights is London, with 4,548 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to the United States are there each day?

    There are around 1,965 direct flights from within Europe to the United States every day. Most flights (60%) depart in the morning.

  • How many direct flights to the United States are there each week?

    Each week there are around 13,752 direct flights from within Europe to the United States. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to the United States?

    An average nonstop flight from Europe to the United States takes 9h 40m, covering a distance of 3869 miles. The shortest route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) with an average flight time of 7h 45m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to the United States each week?

    Each week, there are 13,655 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration) and 97 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration) to the United States. There aren't any short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration).

  • What are the most popular destinations in the United States?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is New York (83% of total searches to the United States). The next most popular destinations are Miami (6%) and Los Angeles (4%). Searches for flights to San Francisco (2%), to Washington, D.C. (1%) and to Chicago (1%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Europe to the United States

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Europe to the United States? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8009 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.9Entertainment
7.3Food
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

For some reason, I couldn't choose my seat. The airline gave me a seat when I got there. Not happy about that. Otherwise, everything else was great!

10.0 ExcellentKaren, Dec 2025
BCN - JFK
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For some reason, I couldn't choose my seat. The airline gave me a seat when I got there. Not happy about that. Otherwise, everything else was great!

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

One of the best airlines that I flew on, the flight attendants were very attentive and professional.

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

It was probably one of the worst flights I’ve been on. The restrooms were never cleaned or stocked. The food was very subpar, and i usually enjoy airline food, so I was disappointed. It was just all around a bad experience. The only saving grace was the flight attendants.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very bad! They kept delaying my flight and wouldn’t do anything about it

They brought an empty plane to the gate. Then a flight delay was announced for maintenance and waiting on a part. I was then put on a flight to San Francisco instead with a connecting flight to my final destination. Arrived at my final destination 2 hours late.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Flight team stood out for perzonal attention, kindness at bright cheery attitudes at 8am. Very helpful.

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

Quick and seamless boarding. No entertainment but fast Starlink wifi for this short trip and the staff was really friendly.

We boarded late. The crew at the airport was dismissive. The seat cushion on the plane was uncomfortable.

Seats too much and for the price we paid eve thought economy we still had to pay $169 to check a ba that’s ridiculous and also my daughter needed water so she can take her medicine we push the boton for the attendant to get us water they never came we push it 3 times no one came and ask what we needed . Am not happy with the service at all I will not fly with TK anymore

Boarding experience was a mess- both to and from Istanbul airport. No one knew anything. They asked everyone to line up according to their sit numbers- it was unbelievable. Business class had a separate line, but it was hard to find- I had to go through all that mess before finding it. Would not recommend

Excellent food and service on my international flight. Most notable is the food provided by Turkish even for coach passengers is very good.

They can my date of travel and let me standard in Istanbul for three days stop over and only pay for one day in a hotel with only one breakfast for three days.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

Had a few open seats and could use it for a great rest ful journey

It was very good. Service was friendly and efficient, and food was good.

Airline food is airline food, but the plane was wonderful and the seating comfort outstanding. One of my best flights in quite a while.

Crew was outstanding, helpful and friendly. Food is deteriorating. The snack at the end of the flight was not good, a greasy moosh of toast cheese snd other unidentifiable ingredients. Coming from Germany a pretzl with butter would have been better. Entertainment had a great selection.

Smooth flight with enough time for connection. Ran out of meal options. In-flight and gate staff were friendly and helpful. Good service overall.

The seat space seemed small especially when the person ahead reclined but other than that, very good.

Luggage transfer in Chicago was not performed in time. I received my luggage at my destination two days later.

Give yourself over 2+ hours layover because if flight is slighlty delayed and you miss your connection, Lufthansa will do nothing for you

We would have missed our connection from Munich to Boston but we had a van outside the plan that wisked us to our terminal. Much appreciated and we didn’t even realize that Lufthansa had done this until the announcement on disembarkation. Well organized airline! Will definitely fly Lufthansa again!!!

Everything went well. I will fly with Lufthansa again. And use Kayak whenever I book flights

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

It was good. Couldn’t Check in online and select seats

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Well unfortunately our connecting was cancelled and next flight delayed. Was in airport 9 hours. Flight itself was good. I’m sure it was a FAA problem.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

I was attacked in the Miami airport and the staff did nothing. On my flight from London to Miami one of the flight attendants screamed at me and demanded I keep my seat in the upright position at all times during the fight so the man behind me was comfortable for the flight. I will never in my life use British airways again

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