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Cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to New York City

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration11 h and 34 mFlights between Glasgow and New York City take, on average, 11 h and 34 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£380Cheapest price for a flight between Glasgow and New York City found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsGlasgow Airport, Glasgow Prestwick AirportFor flights from Glasgow to New York City

Destination airportsJohn F. Kennedy International AirportWhen travelling from Glasgow to New York City

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Glasgow to New York City

One-way average Price£700The average price for a flight Glasgow - New York City at Opodo is £700, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data April is the most popular time to book a flight to New York City when departing from Glasgow

Airlines that fly from Glasgow to New York City

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines

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Last checked on Mon 09/11

Distance: 3,216 mi

Glasgow airports

Glasgow Airport (GLA)How far from city centre: 1 mi

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)How far from city centre: 28 mi

New York City airports

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)How far from city centre: 14 mi

undefined (LGA)How far from city centre: 5 mi

Find cheap flights from Glasgow to New York City

Glasgow to New York City flights leave from Glasgow Airport (GLA). Recent bookings on Opodo put the lowest fare at £380, and the fare you see will depend on the dates you choose.

In summer, United Airlines flies direct to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in about 7 hours 35 minutes.

Outside that season, routes connect via Dublin, Amsterdam, London Heathrow or Keflavik, and many arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

Departing from Glasgow: airports and terminals

Glasgow to New York flights depart from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Direct flights operate seasonally in summer; most itineraries connect via hubs like London Heathrow (LHR), Amsterdam (AMS), Keflavik (KEF) or Dublin (DUB). Flying via Dublin with Aer Lingus means US Pre-clearance before crossing the Atlantic.

Glasgow Airport is located eight miles west of the city centre. The Glasgow Airport Express (Line 500) runs frequently to Buchanan Bus Station, taking around 15 minutes. Local bus services also connect the airport departures hall to Glasgow Central Station. The terminal provides 60 minutes of free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, business facilities, and various food outlets.

Arriving in New York City: from the airport to the city

New York is served by several major airports, with Newark Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) receiving the bulk of international arrivals. Newark is situated in New Jersey, roughly 15 miles south-west of Lower Manhattan. Regular express buses run from EWR to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in 50 to 60 minutes, while the AirTrain links directly to New York Penn Station in 45 minutes.

JFK Airport is located in Queens, about 15 miles south-east of midtown Manhattan. The AirTrain runs free between the terminals and, for a fare, on to Jamaica station. There you change for the E train to Manhattan or the faster LIRR to Penn Station. Alternatively, the Airporter Bus runs to Grand Central Station.

Entry requirements for New York City

British passport holders travelling to the United States for a tourist stay of up to 90 days must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (ESTA) online before departure. This is not a visa, but a biometric passport is required.

Things to do in New York City

April and May are good months to visit, as spring returns to the city's green spaces. December brings holiday markets to Union Square and the Bryant Park Winter Village, and the Christmas tree outside Rockefeller Center. For views across the skyline, go up the Empire State Building or the Top of the Rock.

Catch a concert or pro sports game at Madison Square Garden, or walk the shops along 5th Avenue. Take the free ferry to Staten Island for a view back towards Lower Manhattan, or cross the Brooklyn Bridge to historic Brooklyn Heights and on to Williamsburg.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Glasgow to New York City

How long is the flight from Glasgow to New York?

Depending on the flight path, the flight duration of direct flights from Glasgow to New York is around 7 hours.

What documentation do I need to fly to New York from Glasgow?

You will need a valid passport to fly from Glasgow to New York. Most UK nationals will not require a visa, but must file an online ESTA visa waiver 72 hours (at absolute minimum) before travel, on the official US Customs and Border Protection government website.

Is there a time change from Glasgow to New York?

Yes. New York is five hours behind Glasgow, on Eastern Standard Time (UTC-5).

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Glasgow to New York City?

When you fly from Glasgow to New York City the average price is £700. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Glasgow to New York City at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Glasgow to New York City is 380 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Glasgow to New York City?

The most popular months to book a flight from Glasgow to New York City are November, January and December, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Glasgow to New York City?

The best time of the year to go to New York City when flying from Glasgow depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, June is the top 1º month to fly to New York City from Glasgow in terms of searches from our customer, followed by September and December. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, February, January and April are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Glasgow - New York City.

How long does the flight take to go from Glasgow to New York City?

The total flight time between Glasgow and New York City is of around 11 h and 34 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,216.05 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Glasgow and New York City?

The main airport route flying between Glasgow and New York City is: Glasgow Airport (GLA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport(JFK). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Glasgow to New York City?

Aer Lingus

Icelandair
Air Transat

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