Long haul · City break · Shopping. Compare cheap flights to New York from US airports — flight time 2h 36m from Miami International.
Compare flights to New York →New York is a short-haul destination from the US — around 2h 36m in the air from Miami International (MIA), which makes it a realistic long-weekend trip. Travelers come for a classic city break and the shopping. We track fares from 26 US departure points including Chicago O'Hare, DTW and FLL — each has its own comparison page below.
Most travelers aim for Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Recent round-trip fares start around $86 from Chicago O'Hare. On the ground, US dollar (USD) is the local currency and English the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. 4-6 weeks ahead is usually the sweet spot for short-haul fares; last-minute bookings can run two to three times the advance fare.
By Louisa Lowe, Lead Writer · Updated for 2026.
| Departure | Round-trip from | Typical round-trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago O'Hare (ORD) | $86 | $132 | Compare fares → |
| DTW (DTW) | $86 | $162 | Compare fares → |
| FLL (FLL) | $97 | $127 | Compare fares → |
| Boston Logan (BOS) | $98 | $106 | Compare fares → |
| DCA (DCA) | $101 | $123 | Compare fares → |
| Orlando (MCO) | $104 | $132 | Compare fares → |
| Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) | $106 | $124 | Compare fares → |
| Houston Intercontinental (IAH) | $111 | $149 | Compare fares → |
| Miami International (MIA) | $111 | $149 | Compare fares → |
| Denver (DEN) | $113 | $147 | Compare fares → |
| Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) | $117 | $160 | Compare fares → |
| TPA (TPA) | $117 | $150 | Compare fares → |
| San Francisco International (SFO) | $127 | $186 | Compare fares → |
| PHL (PHL) | $128 | $131 | Compare fares → |
| BWI (BWI) | $132 | $222 | Compare fares → |
| AUS (AUS) | $136 | $186 | Compare fares → |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | $141 | $169 | Compare fares → |
| Washington Dulles (IAD) | $142 | $166 | Compare fares → |
| Los Angeles International (LAX) | $147 | $187 | Compare fares → |
| MSP (MSP) | $150 | $192 | Compare fares → |
| SAN (SAN) | $162 | $202 | Compare fares → |
| SLC (SLC) | $171 | $209 | Compare fares → |
| Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) | $172 | $216 | Compare fares → |
| PHX (PHX) | $184 | $211 | Compare fares → |
| CLT (CLT) | $206 | $248 | Compare fares → |
| ANC (ANC) | $360 | $448 | Compare fares → |
Round-trip fares are the lowest and average seen in recent Travelpayouts searches, updated 2026-08-24. Exact prices vary by date — each route page carries the live comparison.
Direct answer. Round-trip flights to New York start at around $86, the lowest recent fare on the Chicago O'Hare–New York route. Across the 26 US departures with current fare data, average round-trips run $106–$448.
These figures come from recent Travelpayouts search data, not estimates. The spread between departure airports matters: the same week can price very differently from Chicago O'Hare, DTW and FLL, so it pays to compare more than one departure.
The maths to run. On the Chicago O'Hare route, anything at $105 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares. Against the $132 route average that keeps $27 per round-trip in your pocket — $108 across four travelers.
Key fact: A round-trip to New York at $105 or less counts as a genuinely good deal — that's the cheapest 25% of recent fares on the Chicago O'Hare route.
Direct answer. CompareFlights tracks 26 US departures for New York: Chicago O'Hare, DTW, FLL, Boston Logan, DCA, Orlando, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Houston Intercontinental, Miami International, Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth, TPA, San Francisco International, PHL, BWI, AUS, Las Vegas, Washington Dulles, Los Angeles International, MSP, SAN, SLC, Seattle-Tacoma, PHX, CLT and ANC. Each has its own fare page with the live comparison.
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Key fact: Chicago O'Hare is currently the cheapest tracked US departure for New York, with round-trips from $86.
Direct answer. Book 4-6 weeks ahead, and aim for Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct if you want New York at its best — that window balances weather and crowds rather than chasing a mythical cheapest day.
Before you commit, the admin: Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. Currency is US dollar (USD); English is the main language, with English widely understood in tourist areas.
Key fact: Best months to visit New York: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Flight time from Miami International: about 2h 36m.
Always confirm visa and entry requirements at travel.state.gov before booking.
From Miami International (MIA), nonstop flights to New York take approximately 2h 36m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport, any connections, and seasonal headwinds.
CompareFlights tracks 26 US departures for New York: Chicago O'Hare, DTW, FLL, Boston Logan, DCA, Orlando, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Houston Intercontinental, Miami International, Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth, TPA, San Francisco International, PHL, BWI, AUS, Las Vegas, Washington Dulles, Los Angeles International, MSP, SAN, SLC, Seattle-Tacoma, PHX, CLT and ANC. Each departure has its own fare-comparison page with current prices.
Recent round-trip fares to New York start around $86 from Chicago O'Hare, based on Travelpayouts search data. Anything at $105 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares.
Domestic travel — no visa or ESTA required for US citizens. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
The best months to visit New York are Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.
US dollar (USD) — most major hotels and restaurants in New York accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.
English. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.
