In short: Yes, but only with Air Serbia. It is the sole carrier operating nonstop US–Belgrade flights. Routes: New York JFK year-round, Chicago ORD year-round, and Toronto YYZ seasonally. Round-trip fares from ~$700–900 booked in advance.
The Air Serbia US Network
Air Serbia is the national carrier of Serbia and the only airline currently flying nonstop between the United States and Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG).
New York JFK → Belgrade (BEG): Year-round, daily service. Flight time approximately 9 hours. Air Serbia’s flagship transatlantic route. Round-trip fares: from ~$788 booked early (Air Serbia direct, June 2026), typically $850–1,100 for standard advance booking.
Chicago ORD → Belgrade: Year-round service. Flight time approximately 10–11 hours westbound. Round-trip from similar price range to JFK.
Toronto YYZ → Belgrade: Seasonal (summer) service. Not a US departure but relevant for US travellers who can position to Toronto.
There are no nonstop flights from US cities other than New York and Chicago to Belgrade. No US carrier (Delta, United, American) operates this route.
If You’re Not Near JFK or ORD
Flying via a European hub is often the best option. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, Austrian Airlines via Vienna, Lufthansa via Frankfurt, and KLM via Amsterdam all connect efficiently to Belgrade and frequently produce competitive round-trip fares from US regional airports. Total journey time: 12–16 hours. KAYAK shows connecting fares from ~$316 one-way in some cases.
FAQ
What airline flies direct from the US to Serbia?
Air Serbia only. From JFK (year-round) and ORD (year-round).
How long is the flight from New York to Belgrade?
Approximately 9 hours nonstop with Air Serbia.
Are Air Serbia US–Belgrade fares expensive?
Round trips from ~$788 with advance booking. Competitive for a transatlantic route with no competing nonstop carrier.
Is there a direct flight from Los Angeles or Miami to Belgrade?
No. Air Serbia’s US network is JFK and ORD only. LA and Miami travellers connect via a European hub.
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