New York City: €2,423 British Airways & American Airlines First Class from France

Oneworld member British Airways and its transatlantic partner American Airlines are currently selling its first class flights to New York at a far cheaper price than usual – if you begin your journey in France. Departing from Nice, you’d only pay €2,423, while flights from Paris are just slightly more expensive.

You can depart from the following cities:

• Nice at €2,423
• Paris at €2,432
• Toulouse at €2,523
• Marseille at €2,527
• Lyon at €2,528

If you don’t mind spending more money to enjoy a little extra time in a first class chair, you can also reach Miami for €3,000.

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to British Airways with your selected flight dates.

Discounted British Airways First Class tickets are also available with departure from London:

Chicago, Washington, San Jose & More: £2,346 / €2,772 British Airways First Class From London

You can either fly to New York JFK with American Airlines or to Newark with British Airways. Both airlines use a Boeing 777 for that flight. Also, in both cases, you’ll first fly to London in British Airways’ A319 business class.

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This deal is officially set to expire on August 2, 2024, but the availability will most likely run out far sooner than that. Furthermore, you need to spend at least one Sunday in North America before flying back, and book the tickets at least 45 days before departure.

Currently, availability is pretty decent for departures between November 2024 and March 2025.

Our calendar above displays all available dates, as does Google Flights. You can get this price directly on British Airways’ website.

British Airways First Class

British Airways’ first class is not as glamorous as its Middle Eastern or Asian competitors. On the other hand, it’s often offered for prices that are not very far from what others charge for business class. All tickets include a 3x 32 kg baggage allowance, access to first class lounges (where available) and exquisite catering.

The seats are 1.98 m long and also more spacious than those in the new business class Club Suite. However, there are only doors in the latest product on board a few of the Boeing 777 planes. Depending on the type of aircraft, the cabin consists of 8 to 14 first class seats.

You can find relevant reviews below:

• Review of British Airways’ first class in a Boeing 787 at One Mile at a Time
• Review of British Airways’ first class in an Airbus A380 at The Points Guy

American Airlines First Class

At American Airlines, there is only a real first class named Flagship First in the Boeing 777-300. The alignment is like in business class (1-2-1) and otherwise, the seat is (unfortunately) more reminiscent of a good business class, but at least it is a lot more spacious. The swivel function of the seat is quite unique so that you can look straight ahead through the window during the flight.

Especially the soft product still has a lot of room for improvement. Here are a few relevant reviews:

• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at One Mile at a Time
• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at God Save the Points
• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at Travel Codex

Miles & Points

The business class flights between Marseille and London are issued in booking class J, while the transatlantic first class flights are issued in booking class A. Flying the entire trip with British Airways from Paris earns the following.

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Information & Tips for New York

New York City is famous for landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Times Square, and the Empire State Building. The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and credit cards are widely accepted. The city can be expensive, especially for accommodation and dining in tourist areas, though budget options are available. The weather varies, with cold winters, hot summers, and mild spring and fall seasons. The best time to visit is usually in the spring or fall when the weather is most pleasant.

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Information & Tips for USA

The United States offers a wide range of tourist sights, from national parks like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon to cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and card payments are widely accepted. Prices vary by region but can be high in major cities, especially for accommodation and dining. Weather differs greatly across the country—winters can be harsh in the north, while the south often stays mild; summers are generally hot and humid in many areas.

The U.S. transport infrastructure is highly car-dependent, especially outside major cities. Urban centres like New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have functional public transit, but many other cities have limited options. Between cities, domestic flights are common for long distances, while intercity buses and Amtrak trains cover some routes, though often with slower speeds and less frequency compared to other countries. Without a car, getting around can be inconvenient in many parts of the country.

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