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Flights from North America to the United States: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from North America to the United States 
JacobFlew with Breeze Airways-Oct 2026
Whether you're flying out of Arcata California, Las Vegas, or Provo Utah, I recommend flying with Breeze Airways. If your trip allows, go with one carry on and pay for that carry on 12-24 hours before your flight while you're checking in on their website, not when you book the flight weeks before. It's super easy and you get the best discount this way ($45 instead of $50-$75 when you're at the airport or if you try adding the baggage while booking your flight through a third-party).
Verified travelerFlew with ITA Airways-Sep 2026
If you have a connecting flight in Chicago check which terminal it boards from and transport there asap since Chicago is a huge airport. There was a very helpful very small desk tucked away downstairs that was able to assist with getting a number of passengers on an airport shuttle. I arrived at the terminal as the connecting flight was boarding. One clue, if you don't see your flight on the screen it might be at a different terminal.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
Hawaiian Airlines were excellent from check in, and boarding to arrival. But I direct San Jose to Kailua-Kona would be better than the the hop in and out of Honolulu. The time to get from one gate to another in Honolulu was too short
CliffordFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Download any media content prior to your trip, take a tablet for a bigger screen, and take some ibuprofen or Tylenol prior to boarding so your butt and back will not be sore from the very stiff slimline seats.
WeiFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
This flight usually departs from gate B28. Enjoy a quick meal at Legal’s or Stephanie’s, refill your water bottle at the water station nearby, and enjoy the very quick boarding process implemented!
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
Smooth transition, bit of walking from baggage claim to customs to trains for gates. However, very quick at quiet times, loved it. No issues, had a coffee along the way.
GeraldFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Try to fly as early in the day as possible. Delays compound as the day progresses. I always try for a flight where the plane arrives the previous night.
PAULFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
You likely don't have to pay to check a bag since SWA always asks for volunteers to check bags for free at the gate.
TaraFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
The Chicago airport is very large and accommodating. There are plenty of places to eat, buy essentials, or to wait comfortably during a layover.
Verified travelerFlew with ITA Airways-Sep 2026
Allow time for shuttle ride to the correct concourse. Information desk was helpful in helping to navigate where to get to concourse D.
GaylinFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Manchester is a great small airport and MUCH easier to deal with than Logan. Quick access, easy parking and short TSA lines@
MarcFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
Arrive at the gate before boarding time starts because the small plane can be full boarded in less than ten minutes.
NancyFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
If flying early in the morning, give yourself extra time to go through security at the Memphis airport.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Make sure to download the airline app ao that you can get alerts of any changes.
TeresaFlew with Delta-Sep 2026
get to JFK early! TSA precheck helped but the security lines are always a mess!
KellyFlew with Delta-Sep 2026
Get to MSP early! Security is never quick!
ChristineFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
Small airport, so easy to manage changing flights
ShuheiFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
the traffic in Atlanta is insane, leave early!
NeCallFlew with Frontier-Sep 2026
For travelers flying Cincinnati (CVG) to Atlanta (ATL), I recommend paying close attention to the total cost of your ticket once baggage and other fees are included—not just the advertised fare. Know the airline’s personal-item and carry-on rules before arriving at the airport, pay for any needed baggage in advance when possible, and keep your receipts. Also be prepared for schedule changes. My Frontier return flight was delayed three times, so I would avoid making important plans too close to the scheduled arrival time. If traveling with a carry-on, board as early as your boarding group permits. Overhead-bin management on my flight was frustrating: bins were closed while space still appeared available, and my bag was removed from an overhead bin after I had placed it there so another passenger’s bag could be accommodated. For this route, I would compare Frontier’s final price—including baggage and seat fees—with other airlines before booking. A slightly higher fare may be worthwhile if schedule reliability, baggage flexibility and the overall customer-service experience are priorities. CVG itself was easy to navigate. My concerns were with the airline experience rather than the Cincinnati airport.
NeCallFlew with Frontier-Sep 2026
For travelers flying Atlanta to Cincinnati, compare the total cost of the trip—not just the advertised fare. Check baggage, seat-selection and other fees before booking so you can make a fair comparison between Frontier and other airlines. If traveling with a carry-on, board as early as your boarding group or status permits. On my flight, several overhead bins near the front were closed even though I observed available space in at least one of them. I would also leave some flexibility in your schedule. Our aircraft had already boarded and pushed back when a discrepancy between the passenger count and manifest resulted in multiple recounts and ultimately a return to the gate, delaying our departure by nearly an hour. I appreciated that the pilot communicated with passengers throughout the situation and explained that some of the lost time might be recovered during the flight. ATL is a very large airport, so allow plenty of time for security and getting to your concourse. CVG was comparatively easy to navigate upon arrival. Overall, compare price, schedule, baggage policies and service rather than choosing solely on the lowest advertised fare.
JerryFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Always watch the flight connection window. If it is less than an hour and changing concourses (like Dulles), you're asking for trouble (have your travel insurance contact number ready). Of course, that doesn't apply to American or United Airlines as they are typically late. If you get an Embraer 175 or larger aircraft, you will have a great flight. If longer than two hour flight, hope you don't get a Boeing 757 aircraft - the most ungodly uncomfortable sardine can with wings, ever made. Have a chiropractor or massage specialist waiting at your destination. If you have a 757 for Trans-Atlantic or Trans-Pacific flights, choose business class seats.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
They boarded us as usual, but then we had to wait on the plane for a long time until for some reason they had to switch flying crew. The plane was newer, so the seats were semi comfortable in economy class and everything was working. One good thing the crew on the plane asked people to stay in their seats and let people with connecting flight to go first as they were getting late for connecting flights to go further on their destination.
MollyFlew with Delta-Oct 2026
The security lines were much longer than Atlanta but it moved quickly and efficiently. I found out flights leaving San Diego are almost always late b/c San Diego only has ONE runway for flights going in and out, so there is a long taxi/wait to take off.
CesarFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Both are very big airports, in particular Miami Airport is very confusing to move around. Before start running between gates ask help locally to avoid by mistake to go through a door you can't return later or lose to much time towards the wrong direction.
LaFlew with Air Canada-Sep 2026
Air canada seems to run on time. But people need to thoroughly review bag policies. Lots of people brought that wouldn't fit in the overhead bins or under the seat, and these bags needed to be checked which delays the boarding process.
ChipFlew with Cape Air-Sep 2026
Since we live on an island, we try to arrange for a Plan B when making travel plans. There are two ways to ‘escape’: ferry or flight. The available flights on Cape Air, Jet Blue and United are scant, so plan accordingly.
NicholasFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
Be prepared to walk outside while the airport is under construction - and the interterminal shuttle fills fast so get there and in line quickly. (International Arrivals are at the far side of terminal 2- Southwest flies domestically out of Terminal 1)
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Sep 2026
The seating on the left side of the plane had just 2 in the row which was nice but the seats we chose had very little room. Paying for extra leg room would have been a plus.
Verified travelerFlew with Southwest-Sep 2026
Nothing much. just when it's time to check-in, try to check in at the exact 24 time limit window in order to get one of the earlier seats at the front of the plane
BrendaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
You will have to gate check your bag if it is any bigger than a backpack or duffle bag. Expect to find your bag in baggage claim, not at the end of the walkway.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
TSA had passengers at SEA-TAC shuffling a long distance between screening locations when one got backed up, but otherwise it was a smooth dropoff, check-in, shuttle to terminal experience.
MitchellFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Just be careful because of the congestion at Boston you might be a little later than what is actually scheduled if you take a flight in the afternoon or evening
PatriciaFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
Be prepared for full flights, check in as process has changed on seats, check in early as boarding has changed to groups now. if you can reserve your seat early
VyFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
from domestic to international is a long walk, if you can make this short cut is better, i had a surgery so having a hard time to walk
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
Seattle is a large, confusing, multi gate airport. Various modes of access to gates is not always clear. Prepare for delayed flights as flight turnovers are high.
AiswaryaFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Carry your own food. The flights are already long. On top of it when it gets delayed, you will end up extremely hungry with no food.
GregoryFlew with Air Canada-Sep 2026
Be ready to pay a deposit for luggage before you get your boarding pass whether you pay for checked bag or no bag checked in.
TammyFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
Understand you will have to check your bag if is cannot fit under the seat and there is no internet. Relax and enjoy the ride!
-eLaFlew with Frontier-Sep 2026
Allow enough time to deplane, catch the shuttle to the terminal and have enough wiggle room with time because flights tend to be delayed
RobertFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
Be ready for delays. San Diego is down to one runway, and San Francisco is down one air traffic controller, both because of construction.
TammiFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
In LA - only way to get an uber is to take a bus to an offsite area - can’t get directly at airport.
Verified travelerFlew with Viva-Sep 2026
Much walking in OHare from arrival gate to immigration. Fair amount of people mover/conveyor, but still a lot of direct walking
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Sep 2026
Book directly through the airline. Not worth the minimal fare difference if you have a problem or need to make a change.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
If you have no seat assigned get there super early and try to find out how they can support your connecting flight.
DAVIDFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
The SBA airport food options are very limited as the airport is small (6 gates). Cozy country feel to the airport.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Just tried to arrive a little early flight two hours beforehand just to make sure clear security etc
SharonFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
Arrive at the airport at least two (2) hours before departure. TSA in Houston was a chokepoint.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
make sure you have a European adapter if you want to charge anything. And bring food.
MidnightFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
get there a few hours early. after getting through checking find you gate an stay there.
HershyFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
If your traveling from JFK make sure to be there 2 hours before the flight
TolgaFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Make sure you have enough time to check in your bags. It a busy airport
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
You may get bussed from plane to terminal & vis-a-versa. Just a heads up.
AmyFlew with Iberia-Sep 2026
Chicago Airport is very busy, expect at least 1.5 hours to get through security.
EnriqueFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
Double check your bags are loaded Don't expect beverages Put trackers in your luggage
RobertFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Check where inbound plane is coming from, since routes have changed from past practices
DerekFlew with Delta-Sep 2026
Check your bags knowing that 50 minutes can be a hard cut off time.
SarahFlew with JetBlue-Oct 2026
Once you are at your gate ,do not leave. Flight status is unpredictable.
LaurenFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Make sure you have more than 50 minutes to your connecting flight
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Sep 2026
Pack light unless you are willing to pay for extra baggage fee.
SuzanneFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Don’t rely on your status and go to desk immediately for standby
KeithFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
Have your Atmos rewards number with you or you won't get wifi.
kenFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
If you’re handicapped, use a wheelchair; TSA lines can be tiring.
MonyeeFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Both cities are accessible with quick public transportation from the airport.
CharlesFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
Don’t check your golf clubs. Use ship sticks or something
MargaretFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
Make sure to check flight for gate change frequently.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
For big luggage, better to check them in.
DaVonyaFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
If flying from Tampa to DC, I would recommend considering other airlines over American Airlines for this route. My experience involved nearly 10 delays and a departure that was over 5 hours late with minimal communication or accommodations. For this route, Southwest and JetBlue tend to offer more reliable schedules and better customer service when things go wrong. If you do fly American, book an earlier flight in the day to reduce the risk of cascading delays, and keep in mind that their delay accommodations may be limited to a small food voucher regardless of how long you are stranded.
KimberlyFlew with Delta-Oct 2026
Make sure you have over an hour at least to make flight. I had terrible problems trying to get my precheck TSA on my tickets and ended up waiting over thirty minutes going thru regular TSA line, while my husband walked right through. Two different Delta employees tried to help, and they still couldn’t fix it. I was very disappointed.
PaulFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
That you don't get much help making connections to a domestic flight after an international flight in Philadelphia. At least that was our experience. Get assurance your bags have been loaded. Or bring a carry on bag rather than book your luggage. Maybe Philadelphia is just a confusing airport, I don't know, but most trouble we've ever had.
Gopal RaoFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2026
If your Alaska flight get delayed quickly change your flight to next available flight. My delayed flight (AS 756) got cancelled which could have been disaster given that I have to missed my client meeting tomorrow.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Sep 2026
get an isle seat if it's a three seat plane ... the air was not coming through the vent and while being stuck on the tarmac and in turn missing my flight, I alsomst hyperventalted ...
EmmaleeFlew with Southwest-Oct 2026
Don't choose an evening return flight because delays throughout the day will compound. The same issue happened the last time I flew to Chicago in 2024, the flight arrived at the destination after 2am.
LindaFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
Know that if u fly American out of DFW your gate will change no less than three times. Usually fine but annoying when it is a new terminal
NedFlew with American Airlines-Oct 2026
DONT USE AMERICAN, I always have the worst time on American flights. Enroll in TSA precheck touchless ID to skip the line, so worth it.
ZacharyFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2026
Loud boarding area, congested, try to get close to podium otherwise impossible to tell what boarding group is being called
KirkFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
Seriously consider avoiding Newark airport as TSA security is so inefficient that you will waste considerable time.
DonnaFlew with American Airlines-Sep 2026
The airport is significantly under construction. No working spaces. Very few charging locations.
DavidFlew with Frontier-Oct 2026
Always leave for the airport early because the traffic around Orlando is horrendous.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Even though Tulsa is usually not busy, it is better to pre-check in online to get your travel and award numbers into the system. You can always go to the counter agent. I like to print the ticket because when going out of country or when luggage is delayed, you can hand the information over to the customs or baggage service agent.
KathrynFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
If you have a larger group that needs to stay together the concord coach line is more reliable, clean and cheap down to Portland or Boston for a busier airport. I’ll be avoiding small regional airports until my kids are old enough we can split the family for rebookings
KathyFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Alaska is convenient and their wifi is great. They have a direct flight to Wichita which is also nice. Get there early and look at your boarding pass for the gate as a couple of times, the gate listed on the marquis in the airport has been wrong.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Aug 2026
I really enjoyed the Air Canada flight. Boarding was smooth, comfortable and spacious. Plane was on schedule. Tips I recommended bringing a water bottle and ear phones so you can watch a movie. Also activate your AC Aéroplan before checking in online for free wifi.
NicholFlew with United Airlines-Aug 2026
If you are a US citizen, make sure you allow enough time for customs in Toronto Pearson airport. My trip was really quick and smooth, but I've seen it at other times where it has been busier and needed more time.
AndrewFlew with Southwest-Aug 2026
Rochester airport is a gem. Excellent for a place to work and plug in away from crowds. So if you need to get some work done before flying, you will be able to do it at Rochester's airport.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Be prepared to wait if there's any weather going on at either airport. Bring a book and snacks! You'll need them! Also, airport charges like $10-13 for a pb&j!!! Bring your food.
AlvinFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
American Airlines was pretty convenient and efficient. My recommendation would be to get a good amount of time to get situated at your terminal in case of any last-minute issues.
JackFlew with Ryanair-Aug 2026
Arrive early enough to avoid long boarding queues. Carry on food is allowed if you prefer that. Higher class seats involve climbing stairs to the upper deck.
WeiFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026
consider UA as first option because they have more flights in that area, so in case one flight delay, you can change to another flight easily.
Verified travelerFlew with Breeze Airways-Aug 2026
Nice that there was at least one restaurant near end of concourse and close to gate of connecting flight. Also rest rooms located there.
MaxeyFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
AUS is small enough to be handled easily. If your schedule works, it's better to start and end there than DFW or IAH.
IndivarFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
For a work trips, consider booking an Airline with multiple daily flights in case you might want standby for an earlier return flight.
RobertFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026
Get there early so you can enjoy some of at the great restaurants at the airport before you board.
RicardoFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Enjoy the Dallas airport with its variety of restaurants and stores if you have to wait for long layovers.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
If you have any trouble walking, ask for a wheelchair. They are very nice and FAST.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
Super easy to park in the Economy Lot #1 and take the shuttle to the terminal.
Verified travelerFlew with Frontier-Jul 2026
Give yourself plenty of layover time if you have a connecting flight
KimberlyFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Get to the airport early if you don’t have Pre-Check!
jessieFlew with JetBlue-Jul 2026
Take a direct flight. Its faster and less hassle.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Take a morning flight. Less chance of delay
SharonFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
The flight from the Hu to Los Angeles is about 5 1/2 hours. We use the fly a red eye. This typically works for us. I also see people with young children. Also do the red eye. Period however, if you are traveling with children get them really tired before they fly out so they will actually sleep. Make sure you upload movies on your phone cause sometimes the Wi-Fi is not working and that’s a long flight but nothing to do. Bring your favorite book. Do some off-line work
BelindaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
I prefer Oakland over SFO. I liked the self-check for my suitcase for the bag drop . Getting through security went smoothly. It would have been really nice to know my boarding time was 1/2 hour later than on my app. I only found out that boarding was 1/2 hour late after rushing to the gate. I would have had time to go to my airport club had I known. Bag pick up at JFK was fast once I got to baggage claim, that was great
JenniferFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
The name of the game with Detroit AND Baltimore particularly in the summer is to keep a very very close eye on the weather and begin to anticipate delays. We are traveling to Detroit weekly for the next 5 months, and almost every week we encounter at least one delay. Realize that while Detroit airport has airline clubs etc. BWI does NOT. Passengers who want club access at both ends should fly out of IAD instead.
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
Check a map and take the train between gates. Signage is terrible. Detroit has allowed restaurants and boarding to spill out into the concourse, so can be a recurring narrow struggle through crowds walking between gates. If you see food you want, get it. Not as many food options, and not many healthy food options, as it would appear along concourse A.
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
Find the speakeasy in Denver International concourse A and put your name on their waitlist. If you are going to any of the lounges, reserve ahead or immediately get on their waitlist. I was 50th on the wait list by the time I went from rebooking to trying to go into the Capital One Lounge.
LorynFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026
Give yourself time if there are any issues that arise. Los Angeles also has an extremely large airport. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The staff working there are not the best at helping navigate through Los Angeles Airport so make sure you have enough time to arrive especially if you have a connecting flight.
NFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
You need to check your own bags in, meaning you wait I line to print the ticket, put the tab on yourself and then go to another line to make sure the suitcase gets placed on the plane and under the 50lb weight limit. A lot of back and forth.
MariaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
I dont think any of local airlines now offering food for flying under 4 hours, so if you fly with kids or during your lunch/dinner time. Pack your own food or you will only get tiny bag of pretzels or peas during your trip.
CourtneyFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
Delta, Delta, Delta. JFK has first priority to NYC's airspace, so if weather is dicey, go out of there versus LGA. Due to limited airspace, LGA is more likely to cancel flights which is outside of Delta or other airlines' control.
MaryFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
Nashville signage directions could be more clear: Do you need a flight ticket > go here. Do you need to check in luggage > go here. Have you already checked-in >go here to security/TSA.
WaymonFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Always select seats in 'A' aisle and remember overhead storage is extremely small which required gate checking bags if your carry on is med to large. (Ref to United Airlines.)
DavidFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
Albany is a small airport, unless traveling in the early morning leave plenty of time as traffic can be a difficult obstacle when getting into the airport.
AnujFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
If you want to watch something streaming then better download it in Netflix or Prime. Don't rely on watching it in the flight like you normally do
LaToyaFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
1. Pay attention to the gates and the announcements 2. Pay attention to the lines for the plane zones to board 3. Have your travel docs ready
Verified travelerFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
Don’t book a tight connection. Gates can change without warning and may even change concourse. Concourse A is a long way from Concourses B and C.
JosephFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Pay attention and look out for last minute gate and terminal changes. I got stung by that, today’s flight changed gates and terminals four times.
NatashaFlew with JetBlue-Jul 2026
Don't lol Unless you are going to the basketball hall of fame, fly into Boston or NY then take a train to CT.
ErnestFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
If you are in zone 5 or higher be prepared because you may be asked to gate check your carry-on roller-bag.
JorgeFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
If you have a connection in Atlanta, go with time to spare because it is a massive airport. You walk a lot.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
I wish I'd know where Alaska's ticketing was, since there were only 2 little counters. Also, cincinnati's TSA lines were pretty formidable.
Verified travelerFlew with Frontier-Jul 2026
If you on a budget flight frontier. Don’t bring anything other than a personal bag. Or you will get charged for everything.
FredFlew with United Airlines-Aug 2026
Mid day flight eat before entering the aircraft, always have water and be prepared for weather delays coming out of DEN!
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Be aware that it may take you an hour after you land before you arrive at your gate at ORD.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Make sure and have food with you for this long flight as the airline provides just snacks.
RicardoFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
It's a small airport so be ready for things to move much slower than bigger ones.
PenelopeFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Bring your own entertainment if there are no screens and your planes WiFi does not work.
TamaraFlew with Southwest-Jul 2026
Southwest fare restrictions have become much more strict. Make sure you read the fine print.
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada-Aug 2026
Pray. Use Apple air tags. That way at least you know where your luggage is
JeffreyFlew with JetBlue-Jul 2026
jet blue terminal is far from car rental center. southwest, delta are way more convenient
DavidFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
Be prepared for a busy train ride on the airport shuttle between terminals
LoluFlew with Icelandair-Aug 2026
Be very vigilant when it comes to your gate number - it might change.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Take a tablet, if you want to watch movies on a bigger screen.
kelechiFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Leave enough time for connecting in Chicago. It’s a very busy airport
JulieFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2026
Beware of late afternoon/early evening thunderstorms causing turbulence and delay.
ToddFlew with Delta-Aug 2026
Know how far you have to travel between gates during connections.
SallyFlew with Air Canada-Jul 2026
Make sure you have your second boarding pass before approaching customs.
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Aug 2026
Check slays and cancellations of the airlines you are booking
JoseFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Arrive early to Cabo airport, long lines for American airlines
TylerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
Don't leave hungry. No food on these short flights.
Christopher RyanFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Be ready for the heat, wear comfortable clothing
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Be prepared to have a very difficult time checking in if you are not technology savvy. I could not figure out how to check in. It made me scan with my phone to check in, but I couldn’t figure out how to do it and then an employer was there pushed buttons on the kiosk and printed up a boarding pass. Where did customer service go?! and then, we had to wait in a huge long long long line just to drop off the bag. Be certain you give yourself extra time for all of this chaos. Flying is getting worse and worse every time I fly.
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Aug 2026
My most frequent trip is between JFK and SFO on Jet Blue. Food options at SFO are amazing, but expensive. Sadly, getting through security at JFK is a hassle and takes an incredibly long time. Give yourself plenty of time. Also, when I arrived at JFK around midnight, there was no place to get food and I was disappointed to learn that I needed to take the air train all the way out to Howard Beach to get an Uber.
AmyFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Do not depand on the last flight of the day as there were no options, limited hotels, food and beverage place closed at 10PM. CLT is a nice airport it needs a few considerations for evening flights to plan for the unavaidable. Also, when connecting through CLT, if your flight gets cancelled, it seems that the options to move you to another flight are limited.
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Aug 2026
The seats at JetBlue are old and uncomfortable. Make sure that you check that your assigned seat can recline if you have health issues or spine pain.
NoahFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
JFK airport was really hard to navigate, and security line took nearly 45 minutes; we nearly missed our connection to fly from JFK to San Paulo, Brazil.
DanFlew with JetBlue-Aug 2026
The Nashville airport remote terminal is isolated and we had a huge backup waiting for shuttles when we landed. Avoid landing in the remote terminal when possible
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Aug 2026
Make sure to have at least 2 hours layover because it is a huge airport and the airport is rather inefficient with unfriendly personnel.
JenniferFlew with Delta-Jul 2026
Don't expect drinks or snacks on shorter flights bring your own. Expect delays it is very common on delta
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2026
Rebook before boarding or you may get stuck on plane and overnight in airport
NFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2026
Only do carry on the checked bag was stressful and time consuming.
TaylorFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Don’t fly into SFO. Try Oakland instead with the construction that’s happening.

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  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from North America to the United States?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from North America to the United States with an airline and back with another airline.

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    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from North America to the United States up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to the United States?

    North America and United States are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (57,097 flights per week), United Airlines (53,104 flights per week), and Delta (48,318 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in the United States?

    There are 580 airports in the United States. The busiest airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), with 9% 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 Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS), with an average flight price of $222.

  • 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 Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $469. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $586 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 $438 on average. Morning departures are around 21% 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 $529.

  • What is the cheapest flight to the United States?

    The cheapest ticket to the United States from North America found in the last 5 days was to Atlanta, at $63 round-trip. The most popular route is Boston (BOS) to Newark Airport (EWR) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $160.

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

    The cheapest month for flights from North America to the United States is November, when tickets cost $209 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $251 and $243 respectively.

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

    From North America, there are direct flights to the United States from 605 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Chicago, with 37,778 direct flights each week.

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

    There are around 78,752 direct flights from within North America to the United States every day. Most flights (41%) depart in the morning.

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

    Each week there are around 551,258 direct flights from within North America to the United States. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to the United States?

    An average nonstop flight from North America to the United States takes 3h 49m, covering a distance of 1488 miles. The shortest route is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with an average flight time of 2h 03m.

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

    Each week there are around 794 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), 61,728 medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) and 488,736 short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to the United States. The most long-haul flights depart from Honolulu.

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

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Orlando (15% of total searches to the United States). The next most popular destinations are San Francisco (12%) and Honolulu (11%). Searches for flights to Dallas (9%), to Los Angeles (9%) and to Miami (9%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from North America to the United States

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from North America 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
SouthwestOverall score based on 4213 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.4Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

I fly out every other weekend and this is the 4th time my flight has been delayed at Southwest. I will be flying out twice a month on average for the next 6-7 months. If this is your average ‘on time’ I’ll probably be flying another airline.

8.0 ExcellentDelores, Oct 2026
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I fly out every other weekend and this is the 4th time my flight has been delayed at Southwest. I will be flying out twice a month on average for the next 6-7 months. If this is your average ‘on time’ I’ll probably be flying another airline.

WiFi was inoperable - second in four recent Southwest flights where that was true. I need WiFi for work and if Southwest cannot provide, I’ll stop using it

It’s too cold like fridge and they don’t offer a blanket with expensive price

Boarding now takes twice as long since going with assigned seats.

Smooth flights, connection, and friendly crew in the air and at the gate.

Flight was delayed again. I fly out every other weekend and lately the flight is delayed 3 out of five times 🤷🏻‍♀️

A List preferred boarding was nice Asked for a mask and cheerfully received Denver bag check-in is tricky. Not near other checking desk. Have to navigate to east security and up to level six for bag checkin. TSA busy and 20 minutes process thru pre lines Denver train to gates quick but one more thing to plan time for and long concourse walk to gate

Not exactly Southwest’s problem, but the new Burbank airport is not great. No restaurants open and tons of work still to be completed. Can’t believe they opened the airport in that condition.

You made me miss my connecting flight. I can not go to Cleveland on teh revised flight you are sending as I will the entire meeting. I have no option that to fly back. I hope you compensate me for the loss.

Overall great! Internet was a little slow but no other issues.

Very good- all went as planned. Flight was on time. Seating was a little sub , as always. Snacks and entertainment were basic. We arrived on time- no problems.

Everything was great, from the flight and crew to the seating and snacks.

Rude staff from baggage check to gate crew. Poor instructions. Inconsistent application of baggage rules.

There was an incredibly surly flight attendant that ruined the experience

Good but since we got in early we had to wait on runway for our gate. That was kind of a bummer but we still got in earlier than planned For entertainment I was watching a movie and getting close to the end of it with 15 min left but it kept jumping automatically to the next movie before finishing.

Delta seems to be getting worse. They are trying to take any comfort away from poorer people to make more money selling it to the rich. I paid for delta comfort and on my flight from Rome to jfk I had a tv that would go on and off automatically and literally no electrical outlets or usbs worked which was advertised in the price of the fare. The infotainment system wasn’t fully working. Luckily the movies worked and the plane was needing a lot of repairs. The jfk to Tampa flight they stuck me next to this really larger guy who was half in my seat and they should have made other accommodations for him because now you’re interfering with the fare class I paid for and act like I shouldn’t care because I didn’t pay for first class. I couldn’t even pull out my tray table because of this guy. The safety video tv screen you couldn’t even see it. It made me a little scared to fly delta anymore, because if these planes are this much in need of servicing, I have to wonder if the plane is going to make it to the destination.

Delayed departure, 30min. but arrived nearly on time. Crew was reassuring.

Connecting in Paris is always a wildcard, and this time was no different with the new EES system that people, including staff, don't really have a handle on. At least this connection didn't involve a bus, which has been a nightmare in the past. Boarding was a bit late, but once on the plane, flight was great. Very comfortable suites in business class. Service very good. Food was excellent. The Starlink WiFi was amazing. Worked well all the way from Paris to Atlanta.

First, off the bat, the Delta gate attendant was rude, inattentive and gave us an attitude when we asked for clarification of our seats for this rebooked flight as we missed our connecting flight due to the delay from Berlin. Flight attendants were all but friendly, rushed through for water refills so you couldn’t even catch them to request more water. Snacks were just OK. Headphones for the movies were so bad that with the airplane noise, the volume of the movie wouldn’t go up enough to even understand the voices. I had to turn on CC to even know what was being said.

All flight attendants and pilots kept us informed regarding the mechanical delay , provided snacks and water when requested . Everyone worked hard and were very friendly.We had a great experience.

Very efficient. Economy is what economy is. Wish it had been direct. Excellent setup in Newark for commuters and access to charging stations and wifi Flight could’ve had free wifi

Takeoff delayed 2 hrs. Boarded on time to find we were missing part of the flight crew. Then informed that they had loaded too much fuel. Spent 1 1/2 hrs sitting there burning off the excess, which included a couple of laps around the runway until we were light enough to fly! Ridiculous!

Flight from Munich to O’Hare was great but it was on Lufthansa, a UA partner. It had more legroom than United, seat slid forward to make reclining more comfortable, they offered free drinks. United offered none of this. Oh and the food was superior to United’s which honestly, sucked.

The WiFi went out an hour before the flight was due to land so I did not get my money's worth.

I have been flying united for a long time but now I’m done

It's not United, but TSA security at Terminal A in Newark is a disaster and seriously makes me consider switching to flying out of JFK. The touchless TSA pre-check had a line of over 50 people and the bag screening was so slow that it limited the flow of people through the facial recognition process. It is the only airport that I frequent that has this issue and makes me reconsider whether I should fly out of Newark given the wasted time and frustration it causes. As I said, it is not a United issue but will impact United if people choose to stop utilizing Newark airport because of the poor experience.

The food could be much better. Also very unfortunate that most of business class seats were empty but I could not upgrade.

Requested for warm or hot water because of throat pain, it was denied. The entertainment system was hung, requested the crew to turn it off, instead of turning it off they rebooted the device. It was stuck again, no one bothered to check.

Horrible on the chicago end. They change hates then there is a plane at the new gate so we can’t pull in. Then that plane has mechanical issue and needs to be pulled back to the gate but we can’t get to another new gate due the other plane being in the way. Horrible gate management which will cause many customers to miss connections.

- delayed because video screens not working - delayed getting a gate at DCA Just continued bad experience IAH to DCA.

Too little snack and drink for almost 6:00 hr flight. Should have serve some food.

At 5:46 am EST, when I arrived at my departing gate, your gqte agent told me that I could not board the flight because the flight is closed 15 minuets before departure. However, the same gate agent escorted a woman (standing right next to me) at the gate onto the flight which, proves that I could have boarded the flight just like the woman I watched board the flight. The gate agent stated "she was here before you". 1-why was she not already on the flight & 2-how and why was she able to board a "closed" flight that I was not. Additionally, although 6am EST was the time of departure, the plane did not 'pullback' from the gate until 6:15am EST The same gate agent told me that the "boarding closes 15 before departure time" is printed on my boarding pass. This statement is not displayed on my digital boarding pass that I downloaded from AA.com. She also told me that this in stated on AA.com whent I booked my ticket however, since am travelling for work, I booked my flight thru my firm's (Deloitte Consulting) corporate travel app, not AA.com. Marc W Brown

What an amazing plane! We flew a 787 to Miami. Although the Internet was not functioning, it was a wonderful flight.

Although it was a smaller plane, the flight was quick and uneventful.

This trip on American was the WORST I have ever experienced. The plan was LATE taking off from Tucson due to mechanical issues. It caused me to arrive late in Dallas, so I tried to move flights so I would not miss my dinner meeting. First attempt, that flight was delayed, Second attempt, that flight was also delayed. Got back on original flight, the mechanical issue was NOT fixed, so we de-planed and had to find the new gate. Overall, was which was 4 hours delayed and missed the dinner meeting. Friday return, flight from Orlando was on time and landed early. Then the next flight was delayed due to crew coming in late, and them waiting on other passengers. After 90 minutes of delay, we boarded, and then were informed the Fist Officer could not fly due to time constraints. At 12:15 AM we were offered a hotel for a 4:20 boarding flight. Not happening. DFW was COLD and no place to sleep. Plane delayed again to 6:50, but was late taking off AGAIN. Finally landed in Tucson at around 8AM. Should be refunded 75% of the ticket costs due to negligence, nothing more.

Same the delay was not ideal and the credits to move flights was not sufficient

The delay was not handled well and the offers to move flights and get travel credit was also not ideal.

Plane was in good shape, multiple passes from the drink cart, and one of the smoothest flights I've had in a while.

We left nearly 40 minutes late, which is a long time when you're just seated and waiting. Otherwise, it went well.

American eagle and American Airlines are bad, cancelations, delays and no customer service

It got me to my destination? However we were an hour delayed departing, and we never received any updates or notifications from staff. Poor communication and customer service.

Frontier didn’t give us enough notice that our flight had been delayed. I was just entering the airport when I received the notice, less than 2hrs before my scheduled flight. They delayed it 1hr 22min because another jet left late out of Vegas. Frontier needs better communication with customers because I could have eaten at home and had someone drive me instead of paying for an Uber.

Great flight, no problems. I wish they would increase the checked bag weight limit. Packing was very stressful.

My experience with Frontier was terrible. We were delayed for 2 hours. At one point during the wait at the gate I left to go get a sandwich - I was gone probably 15 minutes. In my absence, they decided to move our flight up, boarded and left. When I came back the two attendants were very rude and I unavoidably had to purchase another ticket on the next flight. During this whole time, the Frontier app did not update the departure time, so I was SOL.

Flight delayed 9 hours. On tarmac for over an hour after arrival. Will never book with Frontier under any circumstances ever again.

My ATL–CVG Frontier flight was disappointing due to both an operational issue and unprofessional customer service. After everyone had boarded and the aircraft had pushed back from the gate, we were delayed because the passenger count did not match the flight manifest. The crew counted passengers approximately six times before the aircraft returned to the gate and gate agents boarded to help resolve the discrepancy. We were ultimately advised that a family had been allowed to board but not all of their boarding passes had been properly scanned. This resulted in a departure delay of nearly an hour. I did appreciate that the pilot kept passengers informed and tried to reassure us that some of the delay could be recovered during the flight. My greater concern was the customer-service experience. I am a Frontier Elite Platinum member and was seated within the first five rows. When I boarded, the overhead bins near my seat were already closed. I opened two bins to see whether my small backpack would fit. A female flight attendant sharply told me that a closed bin meant it was full, although the second bin clearly had available space. When I tried to ask whether I could simply place my backpack in that available space, she ignored me. Later, while the gate agents were working to resolve the passenger-count problem, I heard the same flight attendant make jokes about how many gate agents it takes to count passengers. She then made unnecessary comments about the male gate agent doing the count, men thinking they can do things better than women, and women knowing better and outliving men. Later in the flight, she also commented that passengers should know that the first thing they need to do is always be nice to the flight attendants. Courtesy absolutely should go both ways. Flight attendants deserve respect from passengers, but passengers also deserve respectful and professional treatment from the crew. Joking about colleagues who were actively trying to correct an operational problem, making gender-based comments in front of passengers, and being dismissive toward a passenger asking a simple baggage question were unnecessary and unprofessional. I fly enough to understand that delays and mistakes happen. What determines the quality of the experience is how those situations are handled. Unfortunately, the customer-service attitude on this flight made an already frustrating operational delay considerably worse.

Did not get on the flight, they had a gate change and my app never updated me! Trying to get flight credit

Flight was delayed by about an hour, once we arrived at LAX we had to take a shuttle to the baggage claim - it was completely disorganized. The agents at the shuttles were rude and unable to provide any information. Frontier charges extra for everything from bags to drinks - at the end it ends up being more expensive than flying the better airlines

Sat in the airport waiting for my flight for 5 hours. Finally got on the plane only to be thrown off and told that my flight was cancelled. Zero customer service. Nobody spoke to us. Just the worst

When I was boarding my departure from Raleigh to Orlando I was inappropriately scolded by a female dog named Mia because I didn’t pay in advance for my carry on bag ($75). Frontiers website is confusing regarding pre-paying for carryons so it was a simple mistake. I also had paid for “upfront plus” meaning me and my son were seated in the front row with no one in the middle seat ($450 upgrade). When we were boarding Mia said “sir, you didn’t pay for your carryon” in a not so polite tone and told me to get out of line and come back to the counter to pay for my carryon. The way they had the retractable rope left me no room to circle back without making the people behind me move so I just stood there and then she said a second time “sir!! Go pay for your carryon” in an embarrassing tone. I then moved their rope so I could get back to the counter when a second female dog then asked “are you done!?!?” because I had said “do you want me to bulldoze the people behind me?” I then said you do realize I paid over $400 for upfront plus so I was certainly not trying to sneak a carryon bag without paying. Long story short, I am soooo done with discount airlines!!! By the time you pay for all the “extras” you might as well have paid for Delta Southwest or American! Frontier airlines sucks and I was embarrassed by a female dog named Mia!!!

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