Top 6 Quickest International Escapes from New York: Under 6 Hours by Nonstop Flight
International travel from New York doesn't have to mean hours crammed in an airplane seat. Thanks to its prime coastal location, you can leave after breakfast and arrive in another country by lunchtime.
Head to one of these six standout destinations—including Puerto Rico—all reachable by nonstop flight in under six hours, shorter than driving to Buffalo.
Montreal, Canada
Flight time from NYC: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Top activities: Immerse yourself in Montreal's vibrant French-influenced culture. Enjoy music festivals, kayaking, and biking. For another option, Toronto is just 10 minutes farther. Find hotel deals in Ontario and Quebec. 
Bermuda
Flight time from NYC: 2 hours, 20 minutes
Top activities: Relax on iconic pink-sand beaches, golf, dive shipwrecks, or unwind at luxury resorts. 
Nassau, Bahamas
Flight time from NYC: 3 hours
Top activities: Snorkel, scuba dive, and sunbathe, then explore historic downtown with its fort and markets. Savor cracked conch and daiquiris. Check Bahamas hotel deals or ferry to Atlantis on Paradise Island for resorts, casinos, and water parks. 
Kingston, Jamaica
Flight time from NYC: 3 hours, 50 minutes
Top activities: Lounge on white-sand beaches, hit lively nightlife and markets. Climb Dunn's River Falls or zip-line through rainforests. Opt for all-inclusive packages bundling flights and stays. 
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Flight time from NYC: 3 hours, 55 minutes
Top activities: Wander Old San Juan's blue cobblestone streets and 16th-century forts. Enjoy Caribbean-Spanish fusion cuisine, beaches, and water sports. It's New York's most budget-friendly 'international' spot. 
Reykjavik, Iceland
Flight time from NYC: 5 hours, 50 minutes
Top activities: Marvel at glaciers, geysers, and the Blue Lagoon's geothermal waters. Locals, ranked the world's friendliest by the World Economic Forum, welcome you warmly. Stay in the capital, Reykjavik. 
