Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Manchester, with most prices found around £370. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around £407.

Question 2

What is the cheapest Manchester to New York flight route?

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Fly from Manchester to New York John F Kennedy Intl for the best Manchester - New York flight prices

Question 3

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

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According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Manchester. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was £484. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £545.

Question 4

How many flights depart from Manchester to New York on average per week?

Accepted Answer

34 flights are operational weekly from Manchester to New York as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 5

Which airlines fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Manchester according to our data. Aer Lingus is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Dublin (DUB) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 00m.

Question 8

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to New York?

Accepted Answer

Icelandair, British Airways, and Aer Lingus are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to New York

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Oslo (OSL) offer the lowest average return price of £275.

Question 10

How often are flights from Manchester to New York delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Manchester and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 180 minutes.

Question 11

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manchester to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 46m.

Question 14

How many flights depart from Manchester to New York on average per day?

Accepted Answer

4 flights are operational daily from Manchester to New York as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 13:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 15

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to New York flights?

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You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to New York flight.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Manchester to New York in the evening for as low as £396. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £521 on average. Flights to New York from Manchester in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around £468 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 Manchester for as low as £409 on momondo.

Question 19

What cabin class options are available on Manchester to New York flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Manchester to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 20

How have Manchester to New York flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Manchester to New York flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 21

Which airlines fly direct from Manchester to New York City?

Accepted Answer

If you’re looking for direct flights from Manchester to New York City, you have Virgin Atlantic and Air France to choose from. Both take the same amount of time to make the trip: around 8 hours. They also leave at roughly the same time every day, taking off from Manchester Airport (MAN) and landing at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Air France operates the quickest indirect flights, too, also flying between MAN and JFK, with a stopover at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) en route. These flights take about 10h 30min. For the fastest cheap flights from Manchester to New York City, once again book with Air France, flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Your total travel time will be roughly 11h 30min.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Both return and one-way flights from Manchester to New York City leave from Manchester Airport. To get there most conveniently from central Manchester, take a Northern Rail train from Manchester Piccadilly Station, leaving every 20 minutes. You’ll arrive about 20 minutes later. If getting a bus from Manchester Shudehill Exchange is easier, Megabus UK, leaving from Stand G, takes about 40 minutes. BlaBlaCar rideshare options are also available, taking about 30 minutes. Otherwise, you can get a taxi or drive there in around 15 minutes. All flights from Manchester to New York City land at JFK. A tram/train combination is the quickest option to get to central NY from the airport. You can catch a JFK Airtrain tram, leaving every 5 minutes, then a Long Island Rail Road train to NY Penn Station. This will take about 40 minutes. Alternatively, you can catch an MTA bus for a trip of roughly 1h 40min, given stops. A taxi or hire car will get you there in just over 25 minutes.

Which cities can you get to from New York City Airport?

After Manchester to New York City flights, you can explore New York State and Connecticut to the north or go south towards Pennsylvania. You can also visit nearby New Jersey, taking a train ride of about 1 hour to Newark. It’s about 35 minutes by hire car or taxi. New Haven in Connecticut is a longer trip, but it’s worthwhile to make as it’s a beautiful state for natural scenery. A train ride from JFK will take about 3 hours, travelling on the Woodside-Acela line. You can drive there in about 1h 30min. Allentown in Pennsylvania is another nearby city, about 4h 30 minutes if you take a bus. Driving there will take roughly 2 hours.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

Manchester Airport is one of the busiest airports in the UK and the main one in the north of England. It offers plenty of refreshment options for passengers on flights from Manchester to New York City, from pubs and coffee shops to restaurants and fast-food kiosks. Families travelling to the US with infants can use feeding rooms and baby changing rooms for free. There’s a large and varied duty-free section, and the airport has an online ordering platform for you to select items in advance and collect them when you arrive for your flight. Limited mobility and hidden disability services are available, including staff on hand. You’ll arrive at JFK at Terminal 1, where you’ll find shops and boutiques, as well as food and drink ranging from a typical New York hotdog and coffee stand and Brooklyn pizza joint to Mexican, Asian, and Turkish cafés and restaurants. There’s a Travellers Aid centre for passengers with limited mobility, and the entire airport is wheelchair-friendly.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to New York refresh daily.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to New York.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to New York.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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