Adding another destination to the cavalcade of cheap nonstop flights between London and the United States, Virgin Atlantic has put an astonishing €301 (~£258) price tag on Gatwick to Orlando roundtrips. This fare does not include checked bags, but full board service from one of Europe’s long haul specialists. Oneworld member British Airways has already matched the price.
Virgin Atlantic operates a Boeing 747-400 between Gatwick in Orlando. These aircrafts feature a 3-4-3 seating in Economy. British Airways uses the same seating pattern, but onboard a Boeing 777, leading to narrower seats.
Search & Book
According to the fare rules, this offer remains online until February 9, 2020, but we fully expect it to be sold out earlier. We have compiled all possible flight dates at the lowest fare for trips up to three weeks in our availability calender. You will find flights in March, November and December 2020:
The calendar will forward you to our flight search, where you can select an airline and ticket distributor. If you would like to search for dates yourself, we recommed using Google Flights (instructions).
Information & Tips for USA
The USA offers many sights, natural wonders and cultural significance. Thanks to numerous airlines offering flights across the Atlantic, it is always pretty inexpensive to get there. Alternatively, you can also cross the Atlantic by boat.
Immigration, ESTA & Visa Requirements
The USA has one of the strictest entry regulations in the world. Most EU citizens, among others, are lucky to be able to participate in the so-called Visa Waiver Program. If you get an electronic entry permit (ESTA) for approximately €20, you don’t need a visa for entry.
The Best Time to Visit
Due to its sheer size, the perfect time to visit the USA varies greatly from region to region. In winter, Florida is very popular due to the mild temperatures. In the summer the West and East Coasts are flooded by tourists which drives up the prices for hotels and flights and during the Indian Summer in late autumn New England is a very popular destination. The hurricane season between July and September can be dangerous in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico. Florida and the southern states are regularly struck by these tropical storms. Blizzards occur from the East Coast to the Midwest during the winter months and regularly put air traffic and public life on hold.
Currency
The US dollar is widely used throughout the world and accepted as a currency in most tourist hotspots worldwide. That being said, carrying cash isn’t necessary in the US, all you need is a credit card! These are very common in the USA and are accepted pretty much everywhere without any issues. If you already have a credit card in your wallet, you should make sure that it does not charge a foreign currency fee if possible. Carrying a few dollars in cash doesn’t hurt though. You might need cash e.g. for the bus ticket if you want to buy it directly from the driver. Most of the time you even have to give exact change.
Finding the Best eSIM Plan
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as Knowroaming and Ubigi. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
The Best eSIM Plans for the USA 🇺🇸 Compared
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