$254 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
Londonnonstop$527
Paris
Parisnonstop$466
Rome
Rome1 stop$486
Madrid
Madrid1 stop$444
Athens
Athensnonstop$522
Istanbul
Istanbul1 stop$649
Lisbon
Lisbon1 stop$572
Dublin
Dublin1 stop$497
Amsterdam
Amsterdam1 stop$463
Milan
Milan1 stop$494
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$514
Copenhagen
Copenhagen1 stop$454
Munich
Munich1 stop$571
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$529
Edinburgh
Edinburgh2 stops$582
Prague
Prague2 stops$523
London
Londonnonstop$527
Paris
Parisnonstop$466
Rome
Rome1 stop$486
Madrid
Madrid1 stop$444
Athens
Athensnonstop$522
Istanbul
Istanbul1 stop$649
Lisbon
Lisbon1 stop$572
Dublin
Dublin1 stop$497
Amsterdam
Amsterdam1 stop$463
Milan
Milan1 stop$494
Zurich
Zurich1 stop$514
Copenhagen
Copenhagen1 stop$454
Munich
Munich1 stop$571
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$529
Edinburgh
Edinburgh2 stops$582
Prague
Prague2 stops$523

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

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17
Air Europa Logo
10:05 pm - 3:45 pm
JFK
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FCO
11h 40m
1 stop
Air Europa Logo
6:25 pm - 5:45 pm
FCO
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JFK
29h 20m
1 stop
$486Air Europa
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
Air Europa Logo
12:40 am - 9:30 am
JFK
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FCO
26h 50m
1 stop
Air Europa Logo
4:35 pm - 10:55 pm
FCO
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JFK
12h 20m
1 stop
$487Air Europa
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 17
Norse Atlantic Airways Logo
12:30 am - 2:30 pm
JFK
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FCO
8h 00mnonstop
Norse Atlantic Airways Logo
7:05 pm - 10:30 pm
FCO
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JFK
9h 25mnonstop
$488Norse Atlantic Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
Air Europa Logo
12:40 am - 3:45 pm
JFK
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FCO
33h 05m
1 stop
Air Europa Logo
4:35 pm - 5:45 pm
FCO
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JFK
31h 10m
1 stop
$490Air Europa
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 4:15 pm
JFK
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CDG
13h 45m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
5:15 pm - 7:20 pm
CDG
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JFK
32h 05m
1 stop
$524Icelandair
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 4:15 pm
JFK
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CDG
13h 45m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
5:15 pm - 7:20 pm
CDG
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JFK
32h 05m
1 stop
$528Icelandair
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 12:55 pm
EWR
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LHR
14h 35m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:15 pm
LHR
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EWR
11h 10m
1 stop
$530Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 2:35 pm
EWR
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LHR
16h 15m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 1:15 pm
LHR
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EWR
11h 35m
1 stop
$532Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 16
Aer Lingus Logo
9:05 pm - 4:20 pm
JFK
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CDG
13h 15m
1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
5:00 pm - 10:25 pm
CDG
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JFK
11h 25m
1 stop
$549Aer Lingus
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 3:05 am
EWR
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ATH
19h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:55 am - 10:30 pm
ATH
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EWR
25h 35m
1 stop
$633Turkish Airlines
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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 Vienna, at $341 round-trip. The most popular route is Boston (BOS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $593.

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 January, when tickets cost $587 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,000 and $875 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Europe?

The average price for all round-trip flights from the United States to Europe depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Europe is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $734 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Europe is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $803.

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 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 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 $319.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$254
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 40% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to London Heathrow Airport

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

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Europe 
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
ORD
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BRU
Apr 2026
Make sure your flight has more than three hours as layover if you’re connecting to another flight.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
ORD
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LHR
Mar 2026
Take early morning flights to adjust to weather-related delays.
PamFlew with American Airlines
DFW
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LHR
Mar 2026
Book premium economy. The extra comfort is worth it.
SteveFlew with Turkish Airlines
DEN
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IST
Mar 2026
Bring your own water as they do not offer drinks except for meal time.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
SEA
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LHR
Apr 2026
Heathrow is too gigantic to have less than 2 hours of layover time.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
DFW
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IST
Mar 2026
Istanbul airport is a big airport. Be ready to walk
DarleneFlew with British Airways
DEN
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LHR
Mar 2026
Plan on a crazy, crowded experience in terminal 3! Find a resturarant to camp in to remove yourself from the pandamonium
Verified travelerFlew with SWISS
IAD
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ZRH
Dec 2025
Bring sleeping pills. Tylenol PM or Benadryl. That one with your meal. Fall asleep in 30 mins. Wear a warm jacket and you will sleep most of your flight and wake up refreshed.. There are little "wings" on the seat headrest you can pull forward to keep your head upright for a good sleep. Put your phone on low power mode for the flight. too.
SunnyFlew with Finnair
LAX
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HEL
Jan 2026
Pack comfortably, read the baggage guidelines, and order in flight amenities ahead of time if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
DEN
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LHR
Dec 2025
Jst take one cashing bag no checked luggage-so much easier
MarilynFlew with British Airways
BOS
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LHR
Feb 2026
Meeting a friend at Heathrow was difficult as there are many terminals so far apart. Access to the train was great and an easy way to get to the downtown area.
Jr.Flew with Iberia
DFW
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MAD
Jan 2026
The biggest issue would be departure time. Try to catch a flight 5-7pm, as that would keep you on a good sleep pattern as you try to adjust.
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.
ShilpaFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LAX
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LIS
Dec 2025
Seats were comfortable- vegetarian meal was pretty mehhh- maybe pack your own meal
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
IAD
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FRA
Jan 2026
Sadly since I never could reschedule that flight I don’t know but maybe when possible allow more than a 2 hour layover if there is a possibility of bad weather.
PawanFlew with Lufthansa
JFK
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FRA
Jan 2026
Food- be specific if you dont want to eat Meat. And the vegetarian choices are really bad. Pack exact 23 KG/ 50 LB or else you have to pay
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
SFO
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LHR
Jan 2026
Buy your flight directly from the airline because the cancellation process is purgatory
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.

FAQs - booking Europe flights

  • What are some of the passport and visa requirements for United States citizens traveling to France?

    Citizens of the United States need to have a valid passport and make sure that the passport remains valid for at least 90 days beyond their date of departure from France. When traveling on vacation, there is no need to get a visa so long as you plan on staying for less than 90 days in France.

  • If I plan on vacationing in Greece, what are some all the quickest ways I can get there from the United States?

    Most Travelers in the United States flying to Greece will go to the Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). When you are departing from the west coast of the United States and an airport like the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), your quickest option will be a board one-stop flights offered by Lufthansa they have layovers at Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).

  • If I plan on traveling to Germany for Oktoberfest, what are the best airport choices?

    By far, the best airport choice is to travel to Munich Airport (MUC), which is the city where this event is held. When traveling from the United States, you can find nonstop flights aboard Lufthansa from both Los Angeles International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport, and there are one-stop flights on the same airline from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

  • If I am traveling to the International Music Summit in Ibiza, what are some of the best ways to get there from the United States?

    One of the most convenient airport choices to get to this event is to travel to the Ibiza Airport (IBZ). When traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport, you will find one-stop flights aboard Air Europa and Iberia to this airport. If you are traveling from the West Coast of the United States from an airport such as Los Angeles International Airport, you can travel on one-stop flights aboard British Airways and Vueling.

  • If I would like to make my way to an eastern European country such as Poland, what are some good flight options from the United States?

    Most Travelers in the United States making their way to this country will fly to the Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). If you’re departing from a large city on the East Coast United States such as the Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), the quickest trips occur on one-stop flights aboard Scandinavian Airlines that have layovers at Kastrup Copenhagen Airport (CPH).

  • Which airline is the best choice for nonstop flights to Sweden from the United States?

    By far, your best choice is going to be SAS Airlines since they are based in Stockholm and have a reputation for offering great flight options to Sweden from the United States. One example of this would be the nonstop flights they offer between Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD) and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).  

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

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United States to Europe.

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    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United States to Europe is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

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

    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 the United States to Europe with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United States to Europe?

    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 the United States to Europe up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Europe?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Europe is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $824. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $920 on average.

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  • A popular city in Europe that people from Los Angeles often travel to is Paris. Most travelers will utilize Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as their departure airport, and to Paris Orly Airport there are non-stop flights aboard French Bee and Air Caraibes, and to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) there are direct flights aboard Air France and Delta Airlines.
  • A city that is quite popular with travelers departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is London. Some of the non-stop flight options available from the airport to London include flights aboard Finnair, Iberia, Virgin Atlantic, and American Airlines to Heathrow Airport (LHR), as well as non-stop flights aboard Norse Atlantic Airways, British Airways, and JetBlue to Gatwick Airport (LGW).
  • Passengers in the United States traveling to any city in England and planning on renting a car should know that children must use a car seat until they are at least 12 years old. Parents can utilize the most appropriate type of child restraint based on the age and size of their child.
  • When travelers in the center of the United States want to travel to the popular city of Berlin, they most often will depart on international flights from Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD). From this airport, passengers can find one-stop flights to Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER) aboard LOT Airlines, Icelandair, and Lufthansa.
  • When parents plan on taking their children to France and will be driving a rental car, it is important to know that children up to 15 months of age must travel in a rear-facing car seat, and then up to four years old must travel in a forward-facing car seat. After that, any child up to 12 years of age needs to travel in either a booster seat or on a booster cushion.
  • One of the most popular destinations in Europe for travelers from the United States is Madrid. When traveling from the large city of Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), travelers can find nonstop flight options aboard Iberia, Finnair, and American Airlines to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD).
  • Another destination that is quite popular for visitors traveling to Europe is Vienna. When flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), passengers can find a number of one-stop flights aboard both United Airlines and Lufthansa that travel to Vienna International Airport (VIE).

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 8406 reviews
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

The tray table was broken and the food was terrible.

4.0 OkayJeremy, Apr 2026
BNA - BOS
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The tray table was broken and the food was terrible.

The gentleman at the gate I think his name is RIE was exceptional

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

One of the flight attendants was a little cranky. I appreciated the free wifi and plug to charge my laptop

No entertainment. Plane was so small had to pink tag a carry on ive used for 20 years easily on board. The fact the flight got in at midnight, had to wait for crew in fort wayne to allow the plane to approach the gate, THEN had to wait for bag on jet bridge made experience irritating at best.

Crew was great. Near on time departure and early arrival. Snacks are always meh. Not a fan of the "pay for everything including miles " proposal unless base flight rate going to be 100 bucks.

Would have been better if there was a nonstop flight from Tampa to Norfolk or Tampa to New Port News.

Overall Good! The weather delayed our takeoff from Atlanta and our arrival in Miami! If Mother Nature can mess up a flight she will do it every time!

The flight was smooth, the crew was great but the plane was quite old

Everything was great until I lost my water bottle and they can’t seem to locate it. I know I left it on the plane though.

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Packed in plane small uncomfortable seats elbow to elbow nobody wants to be in that situation for the money they paid

Vegetarian selection could be better. Bread was too hard to chew.

Crew was friendly and competent. Food, wine, and entertainment were excellent except the raw tuna on the flight to Split. Recommend against serving that - at least as the only option. Many medical conditions do not allow people to eat raw fish.

Overall flight was ok. Flight attendant was receptive to assisting passengers with tight connections.

Checking in united could not figure out my star alliance gold. Baggage did not get marked priority and didn't receive boarding passes. When got to SFO lounge personal fixed everything Immediately

Very comfortable flight, snacks and drinks were good, good communication from crew. Could have used a little more information on timing of boarding for group 5

It's a long flight and I would have liked better snacks between lunch and the arrival meal. It's fine to have fruit and nuts but I really don't like ramen because it's salty junk soup. I'd suggest sandwiches. They're not expensive nor are they hard to store for a long flight. The FA's had a couple of big services and they were super busy preparing, executing and then cleaning up. Then they disappeared.

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

This was the first flight in the morning. We boarded fine. The cabin door was closed and we were ready to go. We were notified by the Captain that ATC issued and ground stop for 40 minutes. So, without even pushing back from the gate, we were already 40 minutes late. We actually were released to push-back and taxi at 30 minutes. But, some passengers had tight connections and were not going to make their connections. Some passengers asked about the delay and the effect on the connections and were told by the cabin attendant that all flights will be delayed and so they should be OK. However, that was not true. My connecting flight was on time and I arrived at IAH with 21 minutes to make my connection. I did and I'm happy about that, but the flight crew should not have given assurances to the passengers who might have missed their connections.

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

The desk crew at the LAX crew could do better. A girl named Mahesi was very abrasive and unfriendly. She needs a better customer service uproar.

It was peaceful excited We enjoyed it always Turkish peaceful excited

Istanbul to Lahore flight was less than standard for international business class cabins. Seat did not were not flat and it did not operate easily. I had to push buttons hard repeatedly to operate the seat. I was in 5A seat

IAH to Istanbul was outstanding across the board. The flight from Istanbul to Male was good, not great.

the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

Was never allowed on and not refunded the full amount of the ticket plus charged a $300 processing fee.

Terrible. Lost our luggage for 4 days. Did not advise passengers there was a strike in Barcelona Airport and had zero personnel on hand at airport to advise passengers on where to go to file claims. We had to fend for ourselves. No assistance at all other than an online claims submission process that we had to find out about on our own.

Lufthansa cancelled our flight from Los Angeles to Naples Italy on March 10 for scheduled flight on March 12 Very stressful experience trying to arrange alternatives. Will never fly again with Lufthansa

Everything could have been better. What needed to be wrong with United went wrong

The staff was bit rude when I asked for an extra drink after one beer, asked for one wine glass.

Very good, i got two seats for myself, and was comfortable with the blanket i got

I hated the FRA Airport. Confusing signage, including the path to Immigration and Security It seems that the airport grew haphazardly over the years. I have been through multiple WW Hubs with much better experiences.

Economy Priority seats are extremely uncomfortable. There is no way to escape the boxed in feeling, particularely because the distance between to rows are too short, the hard edge of the front row is keeping legs confined. There is no elevated place to put your feet. I am of average, European size.

Terrible. Both flights were significantly delayed, no luggage, made me check my small bag when many, many others had much larger carry-ons, not even a bottle of water . . . I will not fly Discover Airlines again.

I was deceived on the Kayak site expecting a ticket, but instead finding a "standby" reservation. When I tried to change the ticket, I paid almost twice the price of the original ticket. Then, the airline refused to give me the reserved seat I had chosen and paid for. I think I deserve a refund for this leg of my trip because I was doubly charged and did not receive what I had paid for. I put in a complaint with Lufthansa because the ticket was sold originally sold as a flight they listed. Someone here needs to take responsibility.

Even if you wait for connecting passengers you should not be an hour late departing waiting their luggage. Your passengers may have connections in the other end and you harm them.

I’ve never been on a trans-Atlantic (or Pacific) flight where the seats don’t recline—not even a little. I asked my seat mate when BA starting doing this and he said “Oh, a few years ago.” I couldn’t sleep, with my head falling forward waking me continuously, and came off the plane incredibly stiff. I booked a Premium Economy seat to get a more comfortable seat, which was worse than most basic Economy seats I’ve ever booked.

Nice aircraft. Good crew. Delayed departure from Houston, but arrived on time in London. Main thing I don’t like about flying BA is having to transit through security in London Heathrow. A major pain!

The gate agent made me check my carry-on in Denver, even though I've traveled all over taking this case on the plane. Beware folks. Food in Premium Economy was quite good - excellent blanket! Flight attendants on the Heathrow-to-Budapest flight on 3-27-2026 were quite snappy. I got a frown when asked to unscrew the water bottle cap for me (I had a cast on my right arm). Also woke up right when they were handing out biscuits. She had given my rowmates one and was in the process of giving water when I asked for a biscuit. She scolded me and said, "You snooze, you lose". She did give me one, but I thought that comment was uncalled for.

Wish the food and overall service was better. They treat Business class passengers same as economy

WiFi wasn’t available to economy until the end of the flight.

Very good staff members with sincere passion and responsibility in their job.

We paid for Business Class seats, but system did not have us and they were not available.

Very please with the seating that the Kayak staff booked for us!

Worth every penny to upgrade to BC. Treated and felt more like First Class

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Cabin class types available on flights to Europe

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