How expensive is New York in December?

December is classed as the 'high season' to travel to New York as it is the peak time for Christmas shopping which means it can be slightly more expensive than the other winter months of November, January and February.



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The Christmas season is one of the most magical times of the year to experience New York City. It's also one of the busiest and most expensive times to visit, and that will certainly be true for the 2022 holiday season.

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The first week of Dec. is one of the priciest of the year because everyone else also wants to come then. If your dates are flexible, if you come closer to Xmas (around the 18th or later) you'll see much better prices and it won't be quite as crowded.

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Low season in New York is from January to March. During this time you have winter weather and lots of unpredictable snowstorms. If you're used to cold winters, this can be a great time to visit, as you'll be able to enjoy lower hotel rates, visit uncrowded museums, and get cheap Broadway tickets.

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Generally speaking, high season in New York is during the summer months, from June through August. This is when you have the biggest crowds and the highest prices. There is also a second high season in New York between Thanksgiving and New Year's, when New York goes all out for Christmas and the holiday season.

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What to wear in New York in Winter!
  • Fleece Lined Leggings.
  • Sweater Dress.
  • Thermal tights.
  • A Super Warm Sweater.
  • Waterproof Socks.
  • Waterproof Boots.
  • Warm Hat.
  • Warm Gloves.


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You need at least three days to really see the main highlights (though a “quick hits” tour could be done in a two-day NYC itinerary). However, I suggest 4-5 days to see the main sights without rushing too much.

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High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest New York flight deals.

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A Trip Guide for NYC on a Budget
  1. Finding Discounts Online.
  2. Free Museums and Attractions.
  3. Save on Sightseeing Tours.
  4. Eating, Drinking, and Nightlife on Budget.
  5. Affordable Accommodations.
  6. Get Discount Broadway Tickets.
  7. Discount Shopping.
  8. Budgeting For Your Trip.


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It is absolutely possible to visit New York City on a budget. The most important aspect of saving money in NYC is planning your trip ahead of time and doing research. There are many cheap to free activities, restaurants, and places to see in New York City.

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Notes about Flights to New York: Flight prices are generally at their lows between 89 and 145 days before departure. As a general rule, as you get close to departure time there are fewer flights (and possibly less convenient ones) that are available at or around the lowest fare.

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New York is so large. I sometimes joke that you need about two weeks to just cover the major sights, which is true since I didn't even include Coney Island (Brooklyn). I didn't even cover every borough here! However, five full days in New York City is a perfect start to feel at home in New York.

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