$169 Find Cheap Flights to Europe

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Cheap Flights to Europe

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
London
London1 stop$492
Paris
Paris1 stop$423
Rome
Rome1 stop$384
Madrid
Madrid1 stop$366
Athens
Athensnonstop$417
Lisbon
Lisbonnonstop$411
Istanbul
Istanbul2 stops$542
Dublin
Dublinnonstop$349
Amsterdam
Amsterdam1 stop$422
Milan
Milan1 stop$382
Zurich
Zurich2 stops$485
Copenhagen
Copenhagen1 stop$406
Munich
Munich1 stop$398
Reykjavik
Reykjaviknonstop$309
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$322
Edinburgh
Edinburgh1 stop$419
Prague
Prague1 stop$369
London
London1 stop$492
Paris
Paris1 stop$423
Rome
Rome1 stop$384
Madrid
Madrid1 stop$366
Athens
Athensnonstop$417
Lisbon
Lisbonnonstop$411
Istanbul
Istanbul2 stops$542
Dublin
Dublinnonstop$349
Amsterdam
Amsterdam1 stop$422
Milan
Milan1 stop$382
Zurich
Zurich2 stops$485
Copenhagen
Copenhagen1 stop$406
Munich
Munich1 stop$398
Reykjavik
Reykjaviknonstop$309
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$322
Edinburgh
Edinburgh1 stop$419
Prague
Prague1 stop$369

Book Cheap Europe Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Europe that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals to Europe

Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 2:00 pm
JFK
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FCO
11h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 8:58 pm
FCO
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JFK
17h 23m2 stops
$384Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 27
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
1:35 am - 12:05 am
EWR
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FCO
16h 30m2 stops
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
12:15 pm - 10:05 pm
FCO
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EWR
15h 50m2 stops
$385TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 26
Lufthansa Logo
5:15 pm - 7:55 am
EWR
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FCO
8h 40mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
10:30 am - 2:40 pm
FCO
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EWR
10h 10mnonstop
$386Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 am
EWR
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FCO
20h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:15 pm
FCO
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EWR
9h 45mnonstop
$387United Airlines
Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 21
Delta Logo
12:32 pm - 8:40 am
JFK
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FCO
14h 08m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 9:57 pm
FCO
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JFK
15h 17m1 stop
$387Delta
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
9:50 pm - 8:30 am
EWR
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FCO
28h 40m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:40 pm
FCO
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EWR
10h 10mnonstop
$388United Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 28
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 5:25 pm
JFK
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FCO
16h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 3:55 pm
FCO
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JFK
9h 55mnonstop
$391Delta
Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30
Lufthansa Logo
6:05 pm - 7:25 am
EWR
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CDG
7h 20mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
12:00 pm - 7:05 pm
CDG
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EWR
13h 05m1 stop
$423Lufthansa
Thu, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 13
British Airways Logo
10:15 am - 10:10 pm
JFK
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LHR
6h 55mnonstop
British Airways Logo
3:35 pm - 6:40 pm
LHR
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JFK
8h 05mnonstop
$509British Airways
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
British Airways Logo
7:15 pm - 7:00 am
BOS
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LHR
6h 45mnonstop
British Airways Logo
7:10 pm - 9:55 pm
LHR
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BOS
7h 45mnonstop
$510British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Europe

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Europe to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Europe?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Europe from the United States found in the last 72 hours was to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, at $288 round-trip. The most popular route is Atlanta (ATL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $463.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Europe, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United States to Europe is November, when tickets cost $603 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $928 and $876 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Europe, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from the United States to Europe, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 3% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Europe?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), with an average flight price of $235.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$169
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 37% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport

Flights to Europe: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Europe 
LisaFlew with Aer Lingus
BOS
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DUB
Dec 2025
Look at Jet Blue and Delta. May be a bit more expensive but keep an eye out for fare reductions and book early.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Nov 2025
Sit at the back near the toilets and the food service, you’ll get served quicker lol x
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
SEA
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IST
Nov 2025
If you have food allergies best take your own food on the flight. Take some kind of snack.
ZacharyFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
ORD
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CPH
Nov 2025
Buy out a row so you have room to sleep.
ReinhardFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
SFO
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CPH
Nov 2025
Don’t travel with checked luggage when booking tickets with stopovers
AndieFlew with JetBlue
BNA
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IST
Jul 2025
Don’t take a taxi to the city. There is a local bus that has a route with several stops all the way to Taxsim for &6 per person. It’s downstairs where the charter buses line up and you pay at the bus!
GeraldFlew with Virgin Atlantic
SFO
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LHR
Jun 2025
Virgin Atlantic uses terminal 3. Much faster clearing customs than terminal 5
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
JFK
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MUC
Jun 2025
Wearing comfortable clothing is really important. ( it’s a long flight)
Mary MargaretFlew with Aer Lingus
IAD
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DUB
Jun 2025
Some people may be required to check their carryon bags, depending on flight, plane size, check-in crew, etc. Also, taller people should purchase aisle seats.
Verified travelerFlew with Aer Lingus
BOS
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DUB
Jul 2025
Whatever airline you choose, spring for a class with more leg and overall body room than economy (or whatever the cheapest class is called).
himanshuFlew with Aer Lingus
EWR
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DUB
Jun 2025
Eat and drink before boarding. Snacks. Hand gel and surface wipes . Don't expect a window if in a window row.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
PIT
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LHR
Jun 2025
Make sure you do not need the transit visa.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
ORD
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LHR
Jun 2025
Get a wheel chair if you have difficulty walking
GalFlew with United Airlines
EWR
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NCE
Jul 2025
Try and bring your own water on board
PatrickFlew with Delta
BOS
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AMS
Jun 2025
Be prepared for a very confusing time in Schipol airport where directional signage is not helpful. In one visit our group had to be escorted to the particular carrier’s desk as we were told we’d not be able to find it ourselves.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
EWR
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LHR
Jun 2025
Pay for your bags at time of arrival and not through a third party site, they will rip you off!
DorothyFlew with United Airlines
IAD
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CDG
May 2025
Fly late at night so you arrive later in the morning and can have a better chance of encountering less traffic if you take a taxi from CDG to Paris. Another alternative is the RER-B which is located in Terminal 2. There are easy ways to get to Term 2 from Term 1 or 3. The ticket machines are located in the train station.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
IAH
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LHR
May 2025
Heathrow has good signage. There are lots of people going to the same terminal waiting for the train. Be patient and when you have connecting flights choose a 2-hour layover.
LisaFlew with British Airways
PHL
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LHR
May 2025
Make sure you have enough time in London if you have a transfer flight. I would recommend at least 2 hours.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
EWR
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LHR
Apr 2025
Be ready for checking luggage and going through security. We did and sailed right through.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
ORD
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LHR
May 2025
Get to the airport early so you’re relaxed. Con yourself into believing it’s bedtime and try to sleep so that you can keep going all day when you get there. If you can afford more comfy seats it might be worth it - though I always have the cheap ones so I can’t say for sure. Try very hard not to. sit in the middle. I’m small and the guy next to me played games all night and didn’t care that he continually ( with every move) jabbed me with his arm. This was my first flight with Cheap Flights and it was far less convenient than other times I’ve flown overseas.
RadicalFlew with American Airlines
PHL
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LHR
May 2025
Don’t put everything in your gate check bags. Make sure you have clothes in your carry on
Verified travelerFlew with Brussels Airlines
EWR
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CDG
Mar 2025
Wear comfortable clothes, use the bathroom a few times, and try to get plenty of sleep.
MichaelFlew with Lufthansa
EWR
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FRA
Mar 2025
Get seats in a back, more chances to get empty seat next to you
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
SEA
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LHR
Apr 2025
Make sure you have plenty of time between flights if you are delayed.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
DFW
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LHR
May 2025
Take a pillow you can sleep on and rest.
JamesFlew with American Airlines
IAH
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LHR
Apr 2025
Try to avoid Heathrow! Not the most convenient to get into London unless you have a driver. Also, Heathrow needs better signs on where to go to exit and better wifi for foreign travelers.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
DEN
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MUC
Dec 2024
Lufthansa was an excellent experience, everything well organized and on time. If you desire healthy snacks, that I would advise bringing them with you. This is pretty much what happens everywhere.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
IAH
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AMS
Dec 2024
Bring some thing with you for seat padding. And check in and get seat assignments as soon as you are allowed to pick them
TFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
ORD
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CPH
Jan 2025
Don’t forget you can pinch and slide the headrest up and down for maximum sleeping comfort.
TressaFlew with Lufthansa
DEN
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LHR
Dec 2024
Make your layover longer because you will need it for all the walking at Heathrow
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
EWR
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IST
Jan 2025
It’s a long flight. Find the most comfortable travel pillow it helps a lot.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
SEA
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LHR
Feb 2025
Don’t take a flight if you sick, or if you have no choice prepare to stay covered with mask throughout the flight
Jose AntonioFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
MIA
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LIS
Dec 2024
If you have connections make sure they are at least tree hours from your landing time
DinaFlew with United Airlines
ORD
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LHR
Jan 2025
Anticipate delays, prepare for long walks through Heathrow to baggage claim or for connections.
Verified travelerFlew with Austrian Airlines
EWR
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VIE
Jan 2025
For families, don’t expect your strollers to arrive at the airplane’s door.
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
ORD
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ZRH
Sep 2024
Bring a neck pillow and a heavy sweater bc it does get cold. I used the blanket for my legs. Also: get a seat in the aisle.
JenFlew with Air Caraïbes
LAX
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ORY
Sep 2024
Bring snacks! Might also want to bring a seat cushion. Spend lots of time thinking about how happy you are that you got a cheap ticket!
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IAD
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IST
Sep 2024
Istanbul airport is huge with lots of duty free and shopping options. Limited food choice. And if you are on budget, pack your food in advance as everything is si darn expensive. They primarily take Euro .
Jean-LouisFlew with Lufthansa
ATL
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FRA
Oct 2024
If flying business class look for seats towards the front of aircraft. Sleeper seats are comfortable but nothing like Deltas current Business Class configuration.
Verified travelerFlew with Austrian Airlines
BOS
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VIE
Oct 2024
Cost was reasonable. Crew was efficient and kind. Air terminal in Vienna is easy to navigate. Wish there were better food options.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
ORD
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FRA
Sep 2024
Be prepared to wait in long line for boarder control. Allow enough time for your layover
SanjayFlew with Lufthansa
EWR
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MUC
Sep 2024
Golden rule for connecting flights in & out of Europe. Minimum 3 hour layover.
AnastasiaFlew with Lufthansa
EWR
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MUC
Sep 2024
Keep plenty of time for security searches, they are unpredictable.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
PHL
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LHR
Oct 2024
Eat well before boarding if you’re a picky eater.
PartinFlew with Austrian Airlines
JFK
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VIE
Nov 2024
Make sure to leave plenty of room for layovers
Verified travelerFlew with Emirates
JFK
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MXP
Nov 2024
Pack snacks in case they’re only given dinner
Verified travelerFlew with Austrian Airlines
ORD
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VIE
Oct 2024
This Austrian 787-9 plane has very uncomfortable seats. Extremely tight space in economy class. If you can, upgrade to premium economy. Do not select seats close to the restrooms. The plane only has two restrooms center cabin and there’s always a line of people waiting to use the restrooms.
BradFlew with Iberia
BOS
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MAD
Oct 2024
Make sure to book your own seats and don’t leave it up to someone else. We were supposed to have window and aisle seats and did not. We had to sit in the middle of the plane which is cramped and difficult to move let alone eat.
TapanFlew with British Airways
SFO
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LHR
Oct 2024
Great baggage policy in BA.. The worst part was experience at London Heathrow airport. Security was slow, too many people. Almost lost connecting flight even with 2 hours layover.
RuthFlew with United Airlines
ORD
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AMS
Oct 2024
Facial recognition seemed to slow boarding down, not speed it up. Why don’t airlines board from the back to the front? That would certainly speed things up!
EllenFlew with British Airways
IAD
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LHR
Oct 2024
Do not check your bag if at all possible, especially if you have a connecting flight. Your bag will not make it.
RachelFlew with American Airlines
JFK
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LHR
Nov 2024
London Heathrow is absolutely disorganized. You need 2 hours between flights at a minimum.
RolandoFlew with British Airways
JFK
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ATH
Jun 2024
Purchase one of the memory foam pillows you will not regret it. They provide one for you but it’s fairly small. Try to keep your personal item small so that you have as much room as possible for your legs.
OzzyFlew with French Bee
LAX
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ORY
Aug 2024
Pack light, a carry on is perfect for a week in Paris and you’ll save time by not waiting for your baggage. Also Orly airport is not as busy and has convenient transportation to all places
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
IAH
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FRA
Aug 2024
The 747-8 had a galley where you could order food and drinks outside the normal schedule. Very convenient if you have an aisle seat.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
DEN
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MUC
Aug 2024
Be early rather than on time for unexpected delays. The amount of travelers during the summer can be intense
Verified travelerFlew with French Bee
EWR
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ORY
Jun 2024
If you have the space, pack your own food, just make sure it’s not smelly.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
JFK
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MAD
Jul 2024
Spend the money to get Global Entry that’s it
jacquelineFlew with ITA Airways
JFK
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FCO
Aug 2024
bring comfy clothes and a good neck pillow
keithFlew with United Airlines
IAH
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MUC
Jul 2024
Regardless of Munich as a final destination or connection, you need to go through passport control, which was not organanized well. I had a connecting flight 90 min after landing, and I barely made it. The line for Passport control had about 500 people in front of me. Be prepared for this when booking if you have a connecting flight.
ChadFlew with American Airlines
DFW
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FCO
Jul 2024
Absolutely get in the earliest boarding position possible if you want to get your carryon luggage on board. If you are over 6’0’ invest in a a quality medical plan for chiropractic care or consider setting appointments with your health care professionals prior to the trip to ensure you can get help when returning.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IAD
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IST
Jul 2024
Wear compression socks. If you are really tall get the seat with extra legroom Istanbul airport is hugeeeeee so be prepared and verify that you have enough time between flights if you are connecting Things are more expensive and they accept US$ but obviously charge at the euro rate
HashemFlew with United Airlines
EWR
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LHR
Jul 2024
I don’t think any airline has the best boarding. Maybe American Airlines has the most comfortable and up-to-date airplanes. Always go super early to any airport leave an apple AirTag in your bag always ask Agent if your chair and or seat will be properly working
Lei-SeaFlew with Icelandair
IAD
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KEF
Aug 2024
KEF is not like American airport, not a lot of seating and gate is announced when boarding starts so be prepared to move quickly. Food is good in airport and lots of seating around the food areas.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
RSW
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FRA
Jul 2024
Your airlines was convent to travel on but should try to go directly through your airlines to avoid extra extra fees and charges by third parties. Can you book flights directly at airport for future flights?
Verified travelerFlew with ITA Airways
SFO
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FCO
Jul 2024
Pack light as they only allow one carry-on weighing 17 lbs or less. Economy seats are typical in that they are smaller with not much leg room and only tilt back to 120 degrees
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
CLT
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MUC
Aug 2024
American boards the front of the airplane first so there wasn't very much room in the overhead bins by the time the people in the back of the airline boarded.
MedaFlew with Lufthansa
DEN
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FRA
Jun 2024
Make sure your passport isn’t expiring within 6 months of your flight. Check in online. And get an e visa
CraigFlew with United Airlines
IAD
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LHR
Jun 2024
Get to beginning of boarding group early. Bring as little on board as possible due to small overhead bin space.
RobertFlew with American Airlines
JFK
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FCO
Jul 2024
Take later flight in evening so passengers more tir e and sleeping. Get your own food before flight.
DouglasFlew with ITA Airways
IAD
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FCO
Aug 2024
Check out the aircraft used, seat comfort, and quality of meal service, especially in business class.
karenFlew with American Airlines
MIA
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MAD
Aug 2024
leave two hours for your flight connection in Madrid if it's not your final destination
MikeFlew with British Airways
ORD
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FCO
Jun 2024
Make sure you check the plane type and economy seating space.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
BOS
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MAD
Jul 2024
Good luck- have your phone charged and your confirmation number handy
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
JFK
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MAD
Jul 2024
Book directly from airline, at least will have direct communication
LexFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
IAD
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LIS
Aug 2024
I had long wait at customs. Please plan accordingly.
MichaelFlew with Condor
SFO
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FRA
Jun 2024
Bring snacks, make sure you follow luggage guidelines,
CarolFlew with Lufthansa
STL
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FRA
Jul 2024
Get to airport at least 1.5 hr early.
MarinaFlew with Lufthansa
EWR
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NCE
Jun 2024
Priority luggage came out of the plain the last one. Diffucult to navicate between first and secod terminal to get a rented car,
PaulFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LGW
Apr 2024
Bring your own wired headphones and two pin 3.5mm adapter if you want a decent sound experience from the in flight entertainment. If you're vegetarian, there will be an option in flight - no need to order through your booking before the trip.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
SEA
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FRA
Apr 2024
If you don't have checked luggage, no need to be in a rush to line up. There will be a spot for your little carry-on rollie bag, so relax until the line is down to board the plane.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
BNA
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LHR
Mar 2024
Be prepared to not have WiFi. The plane itself was a nice comfortable plane. The service from the crew is excellent. I always bring my own headset during a flight, so I would suggest doing that.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
IAD
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FRA
Mar 2024
Pay extra for a little better seating. Definitely worth it
JordanFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
May 2024
Connections can take some time to figure out at LHR. They often don’t assign connecting gate till just before boarding. So be ready for that.
ThuFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
SFO
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LIS
Apr 2024
Weigh bags. They will check. Check in with gate or desk. Sometimes the e ticket will not work for boarding.
RobertFlew with Lufthansa
DEN
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MUC
Apr 2024
Make sure luggage can make connecting flight. Bring small luggage of supplies in case your bags are lost or delayed.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LAX
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LHR
Mar 2024
Pack your own food if you have dietary restrictions and fly other airlines if possible
BarbaraFlew with Aer Lingus
BOS
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DUB
May 2024
Pack what you need in a carryon since it is likely you'll arrive without luggage.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
CLT
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MUC
Mar 2024
Don’t expect to sleep. Bring a sleeping pill and an eye shield.
MichelleFlew with British Airways
LAX
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LHR
May 2024
Make sure you separate your luggage tags from your tickets
FreddieFlew with Icelandair
ORD
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KEF
May 2024
If you’re in business class board first to avoid queuing
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
SEA
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LHR
Apr 2024
Bring a sack lunch -- airport food was very expensive.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
DEN
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MUC
Apr 2024
More than 60 minutes to change planes are better.
VaitsaFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Apr 2024
Be early and pay attention to gate changes.
KariFlew with British Airways
ORD
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LHR
May 2024
Always check to confirm your assistance is in system. No wheelchair waiting for me in London. Had no clue about airport or how to get around. Got lost easy
MichaelFlew with Iberia
JFK
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CDG
Jan 2024
Make sure your toiletries are travel size. Check in for your flight extra early, and dress warmly, because Paris can be brutally cold in the winter.
leaniepenneFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Jan 2024
Dress appropriate for the season and be comfortable, arrive early for checking in case there are unexpected changes or delays.
AaronFlew with American Airlines
ORD
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LHR
Dec 2023
Find a flight where you are allowed to choose your seats before the day of boarding for anything international.
StefanieFlew with Lufthansa
SFO
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MUC
Feb 2024
Try to find flights with layovers of two hours or more To prevent missing connecting flights.
BarrettFlew with Delta
MSP
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AMS
Jan 2024
Window seats are the best bet for those looking to sleep.
AliFlew with French Bee
LAX
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ORY
Dec 2023
eat before your flight and download entertainment on your phone
DiamondFlew with Delta
LAX
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AMS
Jan 2024
Put some media on your phone and iPad...the wifi worked on the way there but not the way home...its finicky (unless u pay for it). There aren't that many options for the player in front of you. Also bring your own headphones with the appropriate jack that can plug in, they may not have one for passengers for free. Food is good but they may run out of what you want.
HelenFlew with Lufthansa
LAX
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FRA
Dec 2023
Board the flight with everyone since they don’t seem to check and the boarding scanning is no longer a scan of your documents. You walk through the gate one person at a time, even the kiddos. Luggage bins were so full. Check it in and don’t forget air tags. That provided great comfort to know your luggage’s proximity.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
BOS
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LHR
Jan 2024
Leave plenty of time if connecting in London as most connecting flights are in a different terminal which requires a bus or tram ride. Also if you’re not at the gate 30 minutes ahead they will not let you on the plane. Apparently this is a Heathrow not airline rule.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IAH
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IST
Feb 2024
Don’t pay extra for assigned seats, they will put you wherever they can, Eat less than 1/2 the food they bring. Drink more water. If you plan to use your noise canceling headphones, the still use the older 2 pron outlets, bring your old adapter!
ShaunaFlew with British Airways
LAX
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LHR
Dec 2023
I would suggest calling the airline to make sure that their TV screens work on the back of the seats, and if they don’t work that the entertainment option would work on your cell phones.
CorinneFlew with SWISS
JFK
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ZRH
Dec 2023
Note that you have to pay extra for checked luggage on certain economy flights. Be at the airport 3 hours prior, security check can take time.
CurtFlew with American Airlines
BNA
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LHR
Dec 2023
If you are connecting especially in bad weather pack spare clothes / travel sized toiletries in your carry-on.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LAX
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MAD
Dec 2023
Measure the on -board bag using a medicine scale, becouse Iberia uses zero tolerance
JustinFlew with Norse Atlantic UK
JFK
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LGW
Feb 2024
Travel in relaxed clothes. Don’t over-eat. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Europe

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to Europe? 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
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

10.0 ExcellentRonda, Dec 2025
JAX - JFK
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The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

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!!!!

Getting to the flight was arduous and lengthy. The flight itself was good but the food option wasn’t a good selection. I need to do a Kosher option on my return. Flight crew were nice

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.

It was nice to have gotten up upgraded to first class with a meal on a three hour flight

Not great experience - we were super late boarding due to issues with aircraft. Then when we finally all got onboard and seated and they started taxiing out to the runway they just stopped then turned around and went back to the airport. Apparently the crew “ran out of time” to legally fly us. They mentioned that they were about 2 minutes away from taking off. I understand the rules and safety but kinda wonder why they would have bothered boarding us in the first place? Had to go all the way back and de plane and then wait in a HUGE line to get a hotel (this is somewhere around 2:30am) finally got to hotel by Uber (no shuttle after 20min so gave up) and they ended up putting us all back on the same aircraft at 10am next morning so got about 2.5 hours sleep. They did give us. $250 credit, but it was a São Paulo Brazil flight out of Dulles. The flight and everything was fine.

United overall experience is great these days. Airport experience was very organized. Staff on flight were great. App and information as good as it gets.

United have really come back. Airport and boarding process is clear and good, app and information also very good

They charged a fee for 1st bag checked. Others in same party were free.

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.

The movies offered were great. Staff were very pleasant and very efficient.

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.

it was fine, decent flight... dont get food besides cookies or pretzels so not sure why you ask about food. same for entertainment..

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing and the care I received by Kayla? Keighly the flight attendant will be memorable for ever. Thank You

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Waaay too small plane. They also need to up the size of the overhead bins. I would love to keep me 3k with of camera equipment in my hard case baggahe instead of it being thrown into the belly of the plane

Attendants were pleasant and the flight was smooth and relaxed.

A little late at the start but all worked out well.

It was fine. No drinks nor snacks offered though. I thought that was unusual.

I liked the humor of the captain and crew on the flight from Flagstaff to Dallas. They were humorous.

AA delayed the flight for 3 hours and 50 minutes, but delayed the last 2 hours, 30 minutes at a time, so if we knew before, could have stayed at home and worked instead of being at the airport wasting time... The plane's crew was excellent, not their fault.

After arriving in Dallas, the aircraft taxied for an unusually long time and was unable to park at the gate, which caused a significant delay and made me miss my connecting flight. I then had to wait in a very long line to be rebooked, and I was told that no hotel or meal accommodations would be provided. What is even more unacceptable is that my luggage was mishandled and has still not been located. My suitcase contains important medications that I urgently need, and I have been unable to access them due to the airline’s mishandling. This situation has caused me considerable stress and inconvenience, and I need this issue to be resolved immediately.

Ground staff and cabin crew were excellent. Flight was perfectly on time. Zero issues.

Even after a delay, getting off the ground, thanks for keeping me safe, the airline made certain that my connecting flight was rebooked to get me to my final destination. It was actually rebooked twice, and my luggage still managed to meet me. The airline gave me a credit for food and beverage to be used at the airport vendors, regretfully, the credit did not transfer to my final boarding pass. Oh, well…

Trip was smooth, good drew, average meal, almost cold coffee. Excellent landing. Did not enjoy going down the stairs, walking to the gate, walking up the stairs, going a long walk to the exchange gate, and going down the stairs again to be bussed all the way where we originally landed to take our next flight! Over all an average experience. Thank you.

I booked extra leg room, due to seat neighbor i now consider extra shoulder and arm room as well. Seems like the seats shrink in width now The crew was very friendly and professional ( 100%). Food was good not great, breakfast was bad, a dry slice of bread would have been better. Facilities clean.

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

love the crews and my only problem was the delay at Frankfurt was very bad. I have travelled with Lufthansa for over 30 years now and this was cost me some planned business appointment

The flight delay made the connection a bit tight but that's outside the flight crew's control.

We just made it to our connecting flight. A long, long speed walk!

We didn't get the coffee with breakfast in the morning.. 30 mins lazer I asked flight attendant why don't we get coffee now at least.. after the breakfast..she said that captain announced possible turbulences fee minutes ago, which didn't ecplain why we didn't get it with the breakfast..breakfast was very poor btw..just little pastry which you can eat in 4 little bites. Turbulences fortunately didn't even happen.. but we didn't get that more than necessary coffee in the morning after the night flight with very poor sleep.. They just served breakfast 1 hour afzer we took off..at like 11 PM.. that doesn't make sense at all.. Also, flight attendants weren't very nice..they looked like they're not happy with their job.. :/

Lufthansa still has a good level of quality compared to US airlines, especially with respect to (1) food quality - actually tasty, (2) good French red wine - free, (3) good movie selection. Also my ticket price includes 1 free check-in luggage, while some other budget airlines sneak in an extra $150 for a checkin.

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

The flight was excellent in World Travellor plus. Well worth the extra money. Boarding at Phoenix was the usual poorly organized event. Very stressful.

Although business class, the seating was really cramped. The food was so so.

Smooth trip no turbulence which is always a bonus for me lol! In cattle class so an element of being a bit squished (but not as bad as other shorter haul airlines) smaller plane than the one we flew out on and entertainment system wasn’t as modern but still definitely passed the time. Lovely crew x

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

Airlines have to stop assuming passengers bring entertainment. Provide it like you used to in business class and above!! N

I don't know about the others but the flight attendant that took care of us had the absolute wrong approach "how do we dare asking for water or anything else for that matter"

Flying on the Boeing 787 from Seattle to London was everything that I expected. Every thing was great.

Not my definition of first class. No leg room and barely any recline. The food was good. The crew was great. The comfort for the price I paid for London to Cairo was highway robbery. The Wi-Fi didn't work for me either.

Seat pitch is not enough to eat comfortably. When seat in front is reclined, your screen comes closer to your face. Ryanair seats are actually more comfortable.

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