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Trains in New York are 41% cheaper than in London.
The average meal is 47% more expensive in New York than in London.
Taxis are 47% more expensive in New York than in London.
Coffee is 27% more expensive in New York than in London.
The direct flight duration is 7 hours and 50 minutes, being as the flight path is close to 3,500 miles.
Stopovers in Reykjavik, Amsterdam, Paris and Dublin are common en route to New York although most operators have direct services from London.
Most UK citizens can visit the USA without a visa but you will need an ESTA (visa waiver document). Others must obtain a visa from the US Embassy.
New York runs four hours behind Greenwich Mean Time.
Lots of airlines offer competitive airfares including:
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In November, New York usually stages its iconic marathon. There is also an annual Thanksgiving Day Parade in Manhattan at this time plus the New York Comedy Festival to enjoy. There will also be an excuse for city breaks to New York!
Heathrow offers many services connecting to New York.
How to get to the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, smoking areas outdoors, many places to eat.
Stansted Airport is in Essex, just off the M11 motorway.
How to get to the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, outside smoking areas, choice of food outlets.
Gatwick Airport is south of London.
How to get to the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, outdoor smoking zones, plenty of food and drink outlets.
JFK is the city's primary air hub.
How to get to the city centre from the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, designated smoking areas outside, no e-cigarettes allowed, choice of restaurants and shops.
LaGuardia Airport lies on the waterfront of two bays.
How to get to the city centre from the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, no smoking within 20 feet of entrances or indoors, good eateries and retail outlets.
Not the best airport busy not enough staff not very helpful