£249+ Cheap flights to North America

There are many internal flights operating within Canada, USA and Mexico as well as international cheap flights to take you between countries and to destinations such as Caribbean islands. Considering the vast size of countries in North America, flying in North America presents the fastest option and is often cheaper than travelling by land. You just have to compare flights to North America in order to get the better deal. If you are travelling shorter distances or want to explore more remote regions, car rental offers a flexible and comfortable option for travel around and between regions. You can also find inter-state bus services and long-distance railway routes across Canada and USA, which offer a particularly unique and comfortable travel experience.

North America has something to offer all travellers. Outdoor enthusiasts can trek through national parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone, surf in Hawaii or head to the ski resorts of the Canadian mountains. There are also many world-renowned historical sites like Mexico's Mayan ruins and cultural highlights like The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Sun seekers can head to the Caribbean to lounge on white sand beaches and bathe in crystal clear waters. The best time to visit the Caribbean is between December and April when the climate is warm and dry.

London is one of the main points of origin for cheap flights to North America, with direct flights operating daily from Heathrow (LHR), Stansted (STN), Gatwick (LGW) and Luton (LTN) airports. Among the shortest direct flights to North America is London Heathrow to New York, which takes around 7h 35min. If you are flying from other UK airports such as Manchester or Glasgow, you can take connecting flights via London or other European cities. Fly from Glasgow to Toronto in around 12h 30min or from Manchester to Mexico City in around 13h 50min. Bear in mind the time difference when you book flights to North America – we recommend taking an early morning flight to arrive late evening, and returning at night to arrive back in the UK early morning.

All passengers travelling to North America need to hold a passport valid for at least the duration of their stay. You should check visa requirements for the country you are travelling to, whether you are staying in the country or making a flight connection. British citizens will need to get an Electronic Travel Authorisation for trips to USA and Canada up to 90 days. British passport holders do not need a visa to travel to Mexico, but will need to fill in an immigration form on the flight. Before your departure, research where to get the best deal on currency exchange. Remember to download a map app for your destination that you can use offline in case you are low on data and not near a Wi-Fi spot.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to North America on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to North America.

Dallas/Fort Worth is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in North America. One-way flights to Dallas/Fort Worth typically cost £9, while return flights cost around £20.

A return flight to North America will typically cost around £111, however they can be found for as little as £21.

For those looking to save time traveling to North America, London offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 50 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles (0.0 mi away from Los Angeles).