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Cheapest return flight
$663
Typical prices: $723-$1,196
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Sat 3/11Sat 10/11
LGW - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$746
Typical prices: $735-$1,210
Iberia
Sun 14/10Sun 21/10
LHR - JFK • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Virgin Atlantic Economy Delight adds legroom and priority boarding on this long-haul route.
BA premium economy and KLM Premium Comfort add more space for a pricier trip.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and others. Average duration is 8h 05m.
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $675 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to John F Kennedy Intl (LON-JFK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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13:00 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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23:45 - 08:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
27h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$663LEVEL
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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09:50 - 16:55LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 05m1 stop Shannon
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18:25 - 09:05JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 40m1 stop Shannon
$718Aer Lingus
Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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06:00 - 20:05LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m1 stop Vienna Intl
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21:45 - 08:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
29h 35m1 stop Vienna Intl
$720Austrian Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:35 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 25m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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23:50 - 22:50JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$720Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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09:00 - 17:40LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 40m1 stop Zurich
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19:35 - 13:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
13h 05m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
$722SWISS
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
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07:00 - 14:20LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
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16:25 - 08:05JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Zurich
$723SWISS
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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13:00 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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23:50 - 08:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
27h 40m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$723LEVEL
Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov
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06:50 - 13:00LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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15:55 - 12:50JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
15h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$725United Airlines
Sat, 26 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
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06:50 - 13:00LHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 10m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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21:50 - 16:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
13h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$726United Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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09:50 - 22:00LGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 10m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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23:45 - 08:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
27h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$726LEVEL
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport start at $663. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $723 to $1,196. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $663 on LEVEL.

What is the cheapest London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight route?

London Luton Airport (LTN) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) is the cheapest London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, averaging $812 return. Other London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport routes average $965, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $734 return.
•July ($1,143) and June ($1,098) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$633
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from London to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from London to John F Kennedy Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to John F Kennedy Intl 
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jan 2025
Prepare for the unexpected. It’s a long flight and anything can happen. Have some snacks and drinks with you. And other emergency items you may need.
786ottoFlew with Finnair-Sept 2024
If you have tight connection and previous flight is late , don't panic they will wait for you if you have connecting flight with same airline.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Aug 2024
People have to make sure they have plenty of time (2 hours minimum) if they need to change terminals. Heathrow is a monster airport, it's giant, so if you want to shop or eat or just look around, you need more than 2 hours between flights. Otherwise, it's great, the security was fast but thorough. I loved that I did not have to remove my shoes and the employees were patient and polite, not like at JFK. The shuttle buses are annoying, but at a huge airport like Heathrow, it's a must. The drivers of the shuttles are crazy, they don't care if people are falling down or not, they drive aggressively. However, people cannot fall down because the buses are packed to the gills. So, instead of shuttles, a looping airtrain would be a much more convenient and probably faster way of connecting the terminals, just like at JFK. The frequent flights between London and New York are much appreciated.
Juan LuisFlew with Delta-Apr 2024
- Enter as much information as possible using the Delta or Virgin Atlantic app. - Confirm which is the Terminal of your departure. - Arrive three hours early at the airport.

Your London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • British Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Norse Atlantic UK: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Finnair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    6 airlines operate flights between London and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • British Airways
    • Virgin Atlantic
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue
    • Delta
    • Norse Atlantic UK

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Norse Atlantic UK: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $675 return via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD), compared with $946 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$140 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Shannon (SNN) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $911 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $992, a difference of $80. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 6 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Wall Street. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:25 and lands at 15:30
    • Latest: departs at 20:10 and lands at 04:15.

    The flight takes about 8h 05m.

  • How expensive are last-minute London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 20% above the route average of $933. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 8h 05m, covering 8,943 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $642, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does JetBlue's on-time performance compare to other airlines on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    JetBlue is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while British Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are:

    • JetBlue: 91% on time
    • British Airways: 90% on time
    • Delta: 90% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 49m, compared to 11h 17m via Shannon (SNN) and 11h 22m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between London and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 5 hours behind London (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $723 to $1,196, with an average of $933 over the past 12 months. Anything below $723 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • Virgin Atlantic
    • Air France
    • KLM
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $911 – about $80 less than Sunday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $734 return in that month – typically $409 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, JetBlue is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of JetBlue flights from London to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 89%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 3 hours6 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $675 return on this route – about $270 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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London to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to London

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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