Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Bristol, with most prices found around £466. The month of May is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Bristol averaging around £475.

Question 2

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Bristol to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 20m.

Question 3

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Bristol when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around £548 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Bristol for as low as £448 on momondo.

Question 4

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Bristol and New York?

Accepted Answer

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 73% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 5

Which airlines fly to New York?

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KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Aer Lingus are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Bristol according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Bristol to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average return price of £488.

Question 7

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Bristol to New York?

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Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 01m.

Question 8

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at New York City airports?

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There are plenty of large cities near both of New York’s airports, like Jersey City, which you can reach from LaGuardia in about an hour using a combination of the Q70 bus and the Montclair-Boonton train line. If you hire a car or take a taxi, it will usually take just under 25 minutes. You can also travel north to New Haven, Connecticut, a very popular tourist area. This will take roughly three hours by train on the Woodside-Acela line, or it’s a drive of around an hour and 30 minutes. Another smaller city worth visiting is Allentown, in neighbouring Pennsylvania. It will take about four hours and 30 minutes by bus on the 7 or 7X routes; otherwise, you can drive there in about 2 hours. momondo can help you find cheap flights from Bristol to New York City.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct from Bristol to New York City?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, you can’t book any direct flights from Bristol to New York City. The quicker flights take about 11 hours and make one stopover, departing from Bristol Airport (BRS) on Aer Lingus and flying to Dublin Airport (DUB), before crossing the Atlantic and landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can also fly on KLM, which makes its stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), then flies to JFK in about 12 hours. Alaska Airlines operates another one-stop route, also stopping over at Schiphol; this flight takes about 11 hours and 30 minutes. If you prefer to fly Virgin Atlantic, you’ll make a single stop in Amsterdam, with a total travel time of roughly 12 hours. Delta Airlines offers an identical route, taking the same amount of time. You can also fly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on Aer Lingus, stopping first in Dublin and then at Toronto Pearson International (YYZ) to change to Air Canada.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Bristol and New York City?

Once you’ve booked Bristol to New York City flights, it will take about 15 minutes to get to the airport from Bristol city centre by catching the A1 bus at Parson Street Station. The same station offers an Airport Flyer Shuttle for a few more pounds – this will take around10 minutes. You can catch a taxi or drive to the airport yourself, in which case the trip will take about 15 minutes. To get from JFK to New York central efficiently, you can take the tram from Terminal 4 to Jamaica Station D, and then a train to Penn Station in downtown New York. This will take approximately 40 minutes. You can also take the tram and then switch to the A line subway, which will take roughly an hour. If you hire a car or hail a taxi, it will be about a 30-minute drive. From LaGuardia, you can catch the Q70 bus from Terminal B and then the Woodside train into New York centre. However, it’s much faster to take a taxi or drive yourself – this will generally only take 20 minutes.

What are the benefits of the different airports in Bristol and New York City?

Bristol Airport has all the amenities you’d expect in a modern international airport. There are plenty of shops in the concourse and the duty-free section, including bookshops, newsagents, fashion boutiques and cosmetics outlets. For eating and drinking, you’ll have a variety of coffee shops, bistros plus the standard fast food stores that are found at most major airports. You can shop in advance using the online Reserve and Collect service and collect your goods when you get to the airport. Return and one-way flights from Bristol to New York City are serviced here. Both JFK and LaGuardia are also very modern, extremely busy international airports. They have excellent facilities for passengers with limited mobility, families with children and people who travel with a wheelchair. There are dozens of shops, restaurants, coffee shops and fast food outlets, with forex and banking services readily available.

Question 10

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Bristol Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Bristol Airport to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 11

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Bristol Airport to New York?

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The number of operators available for flights from Bristol Airport to New York is 3 as of January 2026.

Question 12

How old do you have to be to fly from Bristol Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Bristol Airport to New York.

Question 13

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Bristol, with most prices found around £466. The month of May is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Bristol averaging around £475.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

Which airlines fly to New York?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Bristol and New York?

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 73% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Bristol to New York?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average return price of £488.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Bristol to New York?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 20m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Bristol to New York?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 01m.

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