Fly to New York

As you arrive on flights to New York from Dammam, you cannot help being spellbound by the huge array of soaring skyscrapers.

New York is a city brimming with culture and entertainment, from Broadway theatres to leading art and history museums. Shop for luxury goods, enjoy a romantic dinner with a twinkling skyline view or visit family-friendly attractions such as the American Museum of Natural History.

New York city’s five boroughs are home to some of the most recognized and cherished landmarks in the world.












New York has 51 buildings over 200m high – more than any other city in the world. Diverse Midtown ranges from peaceful sculpture gardens at the United Nations headquarters, to the dazzling lights of Times Square and the Theatre District, to the city's most famous skyscrapers.

Carnegie Hall was built in 1891 and remains one of New York's most prestigious venues for top international orchestras and musicians, as well as pop, folk and jazz concerts.

Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to New York from Dammam as there is much to do. The Upper East Side borders Central Park and contains several major art museums – the Guggenheim, Frick Collection, Metropolitan Museum of Art and Whitney Museum of American Art.

Take a scenic harbour cruise, stroll in Central Park, browse the museums or see the view from a skyscraper observatory.

A visit to the legendary Broadway theatre is a must for those on flights to New York from Dammam. In addition, Radio City Music Hall stages concerts, comedy, family entertainment and music and dance extravaganzas in a landmark Art Deco theatre.

You’ll never be bored in the city that never sleeps, as there's something spectacular happening every day and night in New York.

Fly from Riyadh

Etihad offers frequent flights to New York from Riyadh, a dazzling capital city with towering skyscrapers, trendy shopping avenues and an affluent lifestyle. From humble origins as a small dusty oasis, Riyadh has bloomed out of the desert to its modern form on the back of oil riches.

Glitzy malls such as the Mamlaka and the Faisaliah jostle for your attention with traditional souqs.

Be sure to explore the Saudi capital before taking flights to New York from Riyadh as there is wide range of things to do. Head to Al Musmak Castle, Al Murabba Palace or Al Bathaa to experience Riyadh’s distinct architectural traditions.

Learn about the history of Islam and more in the National Museum, which comprises 10 galleries, courtyards and a section for top-of-the-range cars and other belongings of the founding king of Saudi Arabia. Go to Masmak Citadel for another taste of old Arabia. The fort offers a comprehensive history of Riyadh.












For a spectacular panoramic view of the city, head to the Kingdom Centre and follow the signs for the Sky Bridge. Take two express lifts to reach the 99th floor where you can enter the Sky Bridge and take in the breathtaking view. Just before sunset is the best time to get there.

The bustling Olaya District is a must-see before taking flights to New York from Riyadh. With a plethora of accommodation, entertainment, dining and shopping options, Olaya is the place to be.

Flights to New York from Riyadh
Etihad offers frequent flights to New York from Riyadh. Book flights to New York from Riyadh.

New York Airport

On flights to New York from Dammam, you will be arriving in New York Airport, the busiest passenger airport in the US and 12th busiest in the world. In 2009, New York Airport handled 46 million passengers.

It is located about 19km from Lower Manhattan in Queens County, on Long Island, in southeastern New York City.

The airport was first known as Idlewild airport in 1943 when construction work first began, and it was renamed in 1963 after assassinated US President John F. Kennedy.

Over 90 airlines, including Etihad, operate out of New York Airport. Etihad has daily flights to New York from Dammam.

Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business passengers can make use of the facilities in the Lounge at Terminal 4.

• Airport Code - JFK
• Airport Name - John F Kennedy International
• City - New York
• Country - United States
• Country Abbrev - US
• Time Zone - GMT -5
• Telephone +1 718 244 4444

Riyadh Airport

Etihad flights to New York from Riyadh leave from Riyadh Airport, also known as King Khalid International Airport, which is 35km north of Riyadh.

The airport occupies an approximate area of 225 square kilometres, encompassing four passenger terminals, a mosque, the control tower, two parallel runways, each 4,200 metres long, a royal pavilion, a shopping centre and more.

In 2010, an estimated 14 million passengers used Riyadh Airport. Passengers on flights to New York from Riyadh depart from Terminal 1 of Riyadh Airport. The terminals are connected to each other by means of three linking buildings.

Etihad Diamond First and Pearl Business Class passengers can make use of the Attar First Class Lounge.

• Airport Code – RUH
• Airport Name – King Khalid International Airport
• City - Riyadh 
• Country – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Country Abbrev - KSA
• Time Zone – GMT+3
• Telephone +01-221-1000