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Cheap Flight Deals to New York in October 2026

 
Here are some of the best recent return fares to New York in October on KAYAK. These fares were found in the last 72 hours: prices and availability may change and deals can expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to New York

Sun, 4 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:05 - 15:55
LGW
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JFK
7h 50mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:10 - 17:55
JFK
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LGW
13h 45m
2 stops
£463Multiple Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 22:25
STN
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JFK
14h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 07:50
JFK
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STN
9h 55m
1 stop
£463Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:50 - 20:25
LHR
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JFK
15h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:25 - 10:50
JFK
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LHR
10h 25m
1 stop
£463Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 19:10
LTN
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JFK
18h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:30 - 21:05
JFK
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LTN
15h 35m
1 stop
£463Multiple Airlines
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:35 - 20:05
LGW
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JFK
14h 30m
1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
22:05 - 15:35
JFK
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LGW
12h 30m
1 stop
£464TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:45 - 13:40
STN
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JFK
19h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:05 - 12:50
JFK
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STN
10h 45m
1 stop
£464Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
British Airways Logo
08:20 - 12:20
LHR
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JFK
8h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
19:10 - 07:10
JFK
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LHR
7h 00mdirect
£466British Airways
Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
13:05 - 15:55
LGW
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JFK
7h 50mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 06:20
JFK
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LGW
7h 00mdirect
£468Norse Atlantic UK
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
07:30 - 14:55
LHR
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EWR
11h 25m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
22:45 - 11:05
EWR
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LHR
7h 20mdirect
£521Lufthansa
Sun, 4 Oct - Thu, 17 Dec
Icelandair Logo
21:25 - 19:15
LHR
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EWR
26h 50m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
19:35 - 19:30
EWR
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LHR
18h 55m
1 stop
£524Icelandair

KAYAK’s insights & trends for flights to New York in October 2026

What is the cheapest flight to New York in October?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in October.

The lowest price for a flight to New York in October was £29 for a one-way ticket from Orlando Airport and £49 for a return.

How much is a flight to New York in October?

The average and cheapest price for return flights to New York from origins found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to New York costs £707. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last year cost £49 and departed from Orlando. The most popular routes on KAYAK are London to New York which costs £413 on average, and London to New York, which costs £423 on average.

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What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to New York in October?

The average price of all round-trip flights to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day of October.

When flying to New York in October, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturday if you are looking for the best rates.

Is October the cheapest month to fly to New York?

Data based on average cost of flights to New York per month

No, the cheapest month for flights to New York is September. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, with average return prices of £609 and £576, respectively.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to New York in October?

The average price of all round-trip flights to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying to New York in October, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover to New York in October?

The average return flight price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in October.

No, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, and you won’t save money on this route. A direct flight is the cheapest option at £435 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for return flights to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

Depending on where you start your journey, to get a below-average price on a flight to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 1% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

What was the most popular route search to New York in October?

The most popular route searched for by our users was for flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York, and the best return deal found in October was £319.

Good to know - flights to New York in October

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight in October£347
Average return flight price in October£503
Good deal return£496
Good deal one-way£509
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from London City to New York John F Kennedy Airport
(avg. price in October)
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FAQs for booking flights to New York in October

  • Are flights to New York cheaper in October?

    No, in October, flights to New York are not usually cheaper, but fares can vary between airlines and dates. We recommend comparing all available options on KAYAK before booking your flight.

  • Is October a good time to fly to New York?

    October is off-peak in New York. Prices are often lower and crowds smaller with fewer travellers than usual, but some schedules may be reduced.

  • What is the most popular month to travel to New York?

    October is one of the most popular months to travel to New York, with a higher volume of travellers. Book flights and accommodation well in advance to secure availability. Check our insights to know how far ahead to book.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New York in October

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and October travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest October flight deals to New York.
  • Set a Price Alert for your October dates to get notified when fares to New York drop so you can book when the price is right.
  • Be flexible within October: midweek departures and returns often offer better value for money than weekends.
  • If your schedule allows, try early or late-October weeks to avoid peak demand spikes.
  • Look at first flights of the day or late-night returns in October to find lower-demand options.
  • Use the calendar/date grid to scan the whole month and pinpoint the lowest-fare days at a glance.
  • Keep total trip cost in mind and compare fares plus bags and seat selection across carriers.
  • Plan your airport transfer: factor travel time and cost from New York All airports (NYC) to where you live when comparing arrival times.

Flights with popular airlines flying to New York

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly to New York according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.
Aer Lingus flights to New York
Norse Atlantic UK flights to New York
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