Traveling to the United States
Iconic megacities, breathtaking national parks and a culture that reaches every corner of the world — the United States remains one of the most sought-after destinations for European travelers. Here's what you need to know before you go.
The United States in numbers
Capital
Washington D.C.
Population
341.8 M
Currency
US dollar (USD)
Language
English
International visitors
72.4 M
Continent
North America
Time zone
Several time zones
Airports covered
83
Why visit the United States
A continent-sized country, between megacities and wide open spaces
Megacities & skylines
New York, Chicago, Los Angeles — the United States is home to some of the most famous skylines in the world, from historic districts to vertical architecture.
National parks & wide open spaces
From the Grand Canyon to the deserts of Nevada and the beaches of Hawaii, the American landscape offers a diversity that's hard to match anywhere else.
Professional sport
NBA, NFL, MLB — catching a professional game is one of the most sought-after experiences for international visitors.
Music & pop culture
From New Orleans, birthplace of jazz, to Nashville, capital of country music, American music remains a reason to travel in its own right.
Traveling to the United States
American airports covered by SniperAir
New York
John F. Kennedy International.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles International.
Miami
Miami International.
Chicago
O'Hare International.
Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International, the closest airport to Niagara Falls.
SniperAir tracks 83 American airports in total, across 81 cities. Destination pages for these cities will be added progressively.
SniperAir destinations in the United States
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Buffalo
The American gateway to Niagara Falls.
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San Francisco
San Francisco: the Golden Gate in the fog, cable cars, Alcatraz and Victorian rows, with price alerts to San Francisco International (SFO).
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Phoenix
Phoenix: the Sonoran Desert, saguaros, Papago Park and the museums of the Valley of the Sun, with price alerts to Sky Harbor (PHX).
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Orlando
Orlando: Lake Eola and its fountain, museums, Winter Park and the theme parks, with price alerts to Orlando International (MCO).
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Philadelphia
Philadelphia: Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, museums, Elfreth's Alley and the cheesesteak, with price alerts to PHL.
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Portland
Portland: Mount Hood views, Willamette bridges, food carts and craft beer, with price alerts to Portland International (PDX).
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Fort Lauderdale
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Cincinnati
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Flagstaff
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Fort Myers
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Oakland
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Denver
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Houston
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Indianapolis
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Kansas City
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Miami
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Minneapolis
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Nashville
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Dallas-Fort Worth
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Key West
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Jackson Hole
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Grand Canyon
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Aspen
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Bozeman
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Columbus
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Washington D.C.
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Charlotte
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Dallas
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Detroit
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Atlanta
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Austin
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Boston
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Chicago
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Cleveland
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Honolulu
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Las Vegas
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Los Angeles
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Monterey
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New Orleans
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New York
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Newark
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Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City: Temple Square, the Capitol, the Wasatch Mountains and the Great Salt Lake, with price alerts to SLC.
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San Diego
San Diego: Balboa Park, Coronado, La Jolla and the Pacific cliffs, with price alerts to San Diego airport (SAN).
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Tampa
Tampa: the Riverwalk, Ybor City, the university's minarets and the Gulf beaches, with price alerts to Tampa airport (TPA).
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Baltimore
Baltimore: the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, Fort McHenry and Chesapeake crabs, with price alerts to BWI airport.
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Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh: yellow bridges, the Mount Washington inclines, Carnegie and Warhol museums, with price alerts to PIT airport.
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Charleston
Charleston: Rainbow Row, the Battery, Fort Sumter, plantations and beaches, with price alerts to CHS airport.
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Savannah
Savannah: squares under live oaks, Forsyth Park, River Street and Southern food, with price alerts to SAV airport.
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Sacramento
Sacramento: California's capitol, Old Sacramento, Tower Bridge and farm-to-fork dining, with price alerts to SMF airport.
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Maui
Maui: Haleakala volcano, Kihei and Wailea beaches, the Road to Hana and whales, with price alerts to Kahului airport (OGG).
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Kona
Kona coast (Big Island): Kailua-Kona, coffee, snorkelling and lava, with price alerts to Kona airport (KOA).
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Kauai
Kauai, the Garden Isle: the Na Pali coast, Waimea Canyon and beaches, with price alerts to Lihue airport (LIH).
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Hilo
Hilo, east coast of the Big Island: waterfalls, rainforest, Mauna Kea and volcanoes, with price alerts to Hilo airport (ITO).
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Albuquerque
Albuquerque: October balloons, Old Town, the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande bosque, with price alerts to ABQ airport.
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Palm Springs
Palm Springs: palm trees, Indian Canyons, the San Jacinto tramway and mid-century modern design, with price alerts to PSP airport.
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Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: American Riviera beaches, the county courthouse, the old mission and nearby wine country, with price alerts to SBA airport.
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San Jose (California)
San Jose, California: Silicon Valley, the Winchester Mystery House, museums and sunshine, with price alerts to SJC airport.
Explore57 cities now have their own destination page — the remaining ~24 American cities SniperAir already covers (out of 81 in total) will be added to this list over time.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the United States
What's the best airport for arriving in the United States?
It depends entirely on your destination: New York (JFK), Los Angeles (LAX) and Miami (MIA) are among the best-connected gateways from Europe, but SniperAir already covers 83 American airports in total.
What's the best time to visit the United States?
It mostly depends on the region: spring and autumn suit most major cities, while winter is best for ski resorts and summer for Hawaii or the national parks of the West.
Is the United States more than just New York?
Yes — SniperAir already covers 83 American airports across 81 cities, from Miami to Honolulu, Denver and New Orleans. Forty-one of them already have their own page, including San Francisco, Phoenix, Orlando, Philadelphia and Portland, and the rest will be added progressively.
Do I need a visa to visit the United States?
It depends on your nationality. Many European travelers can enter under the ESTA program rather than a full visa; it's best to check current entry requirements with the relevant authorities before booking.
How do I get alerted when a flight to the United States drops below my budget?
Create a SniperAir alert profile with your departure airport and your American destination: we track prices for you and notify you as soon as an opportunity matching your criteria appears.
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