LGW - NYC

$541 Find Cheap Flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Gatwick to New York departing on 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to New York (LGW-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Gatwick to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to New York

Thu, 18 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
13:05 - 15:55LGW-JFK
7h 50mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 06:20JFK-LGW
7h 00mdirect
$644Norse Atlantic UK
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Thu, 18 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
13:05 - 15:55LGW-JFK
7h 50mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 06:20JFK-LGW
7h 00mdirect
$645Norse Atlantic UK
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Thu, 11 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
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14:00 - 20:29LGW-LGA
35h 29m1 stop
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19:34 - 10:10LGA-LGW
33h 36m1 stop
Thu, 20 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov
Icelandair Logo
11:55 - 18:00LGW-JFK
11h 05m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
19:25 - 10:55JFK-LGW
10h 30m1 stop
$658Icelandair
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Wed, 28 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
Icelandair Logo
11:55 - 18:00LGW-JFK
11h 05m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
19:25 - 10:55JFK-LGW
10h 30m1 stop
$659Icelandair
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Thu, 11 Sep - Mon, 8 Dec
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14:00 - 20:29LGW-LGA
35h 29m1 stop
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15:00 - 10:00LGA-LGW
14h 00m1 stop
Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
British Airways Logo
15:05 - 18:05LGW-JFK
8h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:05 - 08:10JFK-LGW
7h 05mdirect
$670British Airways
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Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
British Airways Logo
15:05 - 18:05LGW-JFK
8h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:05 - 08:10JFK-LGW
7h 05mdirect
$671British Airways
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Wed, 8 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
Finnair Logo
15:05 - 18:05LGW-JFK
8h 00mdirect
Finnair Logo
20:05 - 08:10JFK-LGW
7h 05mdirect
$684Finnair
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Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
Finnair Logo
15:05 - 18:05LGW-JFK
8h 00mdirect
Finnair Logo
20:05 - 08:10JFK-LGW
7h 05mdirect
$714Finnair
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Gatwick to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Gatwick to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

What is the cheapest London Gatwick Airport to New York flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York costs $575 on the route between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New York on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to New York. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York is February, where tickets cost $690 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,036 and $1,012 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,494, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.

When to book flights from Gatwick to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London Gatwick Airport to New York flights

  • How do I get to downtown New York from the airports?

    From JFK, an easy way to travel is by taking the tram from Terminal 4 to Jamaica Station and changing to subway line E, which will take you to the centre. Newark offers a bus from Terminal 1, which takes around 50min. From LaGuardia, you can hop on the Q70 bus, which is a direct service running 24 hours a day to the subway station, where you can change to subway line E. Purchasing a metro card may help in securing better prices for public transport in New York.

  • Which onsite hotels are there at Gatwick Airport?

    Enjoy a night of luxury at Sofitel, a hotel directly connected to the airport, only about a 2min walk away from North Terminal. Enjoy soundproofed windows, free Wi-Fi and comfortable, spacious rooms, not to mention an indulgent meal at La Brasserie, with choices of two other restaurants and a bar.

  • How can I hire a car when I arrive in New York?

    It may be best to book in advance when hiring a car. You can book through KAYAK and choose from a range of models. Starting prices can be around $32 (£26) per day and increase as you select larger models. Similarly, you can hire a car when you arrive. Car hire kiosks are located within the arrival areas in all airports.

  • Which airline is recommended to fly with?

    For this route, JetBlue is a high contender. Their flights from London offer an increased amount of care, service and attention. Fewer seats on board mean extra legroom for everyone. Free Wi-Fi and 10” TV screens will keep you entertained for hours. And all travellers aged 21+ are offered a free alcoholic or non-alcohol beverage and even free snacks from the self-serve pantry on board.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York was $353 for a one-way ticket and $420 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    Virgin Atlantic, KLM, Air France, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the London Gatwick Airport to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Gatwick Airport to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    There are direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from London Gatwick Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to London Gatwick Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from London Gatwick Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $424 or less one-way and $674 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re travelling with a disability, you should notify your airline at least 48 hours before your departure. Gatwick Airport (LGW) has a sensory room, providing a relaxing environment. There are two adult-changing rooms, plus accessible toilets located near most toilet blocks. Eagle hoists for boarding are available, as long as they are booked 24 hours before departure.
  • There are three airports you can fly to in New York: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy International (JKF) and LaGuardia (LGA). Most planes fly to and from JFK or LaGuardia, which are based on the eastern side of Manhattan, while Newark is based on the western side.
  • Travelling from central London to Gatwick Airport is very easy. You can take the Gatwick Express to the airport directly from London Victoria. The journey time is around 30min. Ticket prices start at around £20, but you may be able to snap up a cheaper ticket if you book in advance.
  • When you arrive in New York, you can be confident that each airport holds a multitude of facilities within arrivals. There are a lot of similar features, such as shops to pick up any last-minute travel essentials, currency exchange, cash points and payphones. Luggage stations are generously located throughout each airport, to help you manage your luggage.
  • If you’re travelling with family, you can utilise the family lanes to ensure a swift and smooth move through security. Within Gatwick Airport, there are rooms specifically for feeding and changing babies. Some toilets have fold-down tables. There are two children’s play areas, equipped with TVs and games to distract the kids. You can also heat up food or milk in Pret-a-Manger.

Prefer to fly direct from London Gatwick to New York?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London Gatwick to New York.
Find which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Gatwick to New York

Monday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to London Gatwick

Monday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, Delta, Norse Atlantic UK

British Airways, Delta, +1 more

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