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Cheap Flights from New York to London (NYC-LON)
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Recent return flight deals from New York to London
Tue, 22 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$830Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 23 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
19:25 - 10:55JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
11:55 - 18:00LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 05m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$831Icelandair
Sat, 7 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
18:05 - 05:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
6h 45mdirect
16:35 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$833Multiple Airlines
Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar
19:25 - 10:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
12:15 - 18:00LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$833Icelandair
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
16:35 - 16:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$834Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
19:25 - 19:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 05m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
20:35 - 18:00LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$834Icelandair
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
18:05 - 12:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 40m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
12:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 50m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$835Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$837Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
23:45 - 20:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
15h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
20:50 - 22:00LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 10m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$838LEVEL
Tue, 22 Sep - Fri, 30 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
16:35 - 16:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$838Multiple Airlines
Recent one-way flight deals from New York to London
Thu, 15 Oct
13:30 - 02:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 00m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$291Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct
13:30 - 02:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 00m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$298Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct
14:00 - 01:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
30h 10m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$299Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
$303Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, 4 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
$305Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 15 Oct
13:30 - 02:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 00m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$308Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct
13:30 - 02:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 00m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$319Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov
18:05 - 18:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 05m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
$320Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
$331Norse Atlantic UK
Sat, 19 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
$333Norse Atlantic UK
Recent last minute flight deals from New York to London
Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 13 Dec
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:00 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 55mdirect
$840Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 13 Dec
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:00 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 55mdirect
$863Norse Atlantic UK
Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$872Norse Atlantic UK
Sat, 12 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$874Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 10 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$877Norse Atlantic UK
Fri, 11 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$895Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$901Norse Atlantic UK
Mon, 14 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct
17:10 - 09:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 25m1 stop Oslo Gardermoen
19:50 - 15:40LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 50m1 stop Oslo Gardermoen
$919Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
23:55 - 12:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 10mdirect
06:30 - 12:32LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 02m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$920Delta
Thu, 10 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$924Norse Atlantic UK
Recent direct flight deals from New York to London
Tue, 22 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$830Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$837Norse Atlantic UK
Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
23:00 - 09:55JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
6h 55mdirect
13:00 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 55mdirect
$840Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$847Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, 20 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$848Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 24 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$851Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, 20 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$854Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, 20 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$862Norse Atlantic UK
Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
18:05 - 06:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
6h 55mdirect
13:00 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 55mdirect
$863Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, 8 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
18:20 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mdirect
13:05 - 15:55LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
$872Norse Atlantic UK
Booking Insights
Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to London flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to London with more confidence.
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How much is a return flight from New York to London?
This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to London departing in September.
Return flights from New York to London start at $830. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $731 to $1,206. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $830 on Norse Atlantic UK.
What is the cheapest New York to London flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is the cheapest New York to London route, averaging $693 return. Other New York to London routes average $878, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London?
Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London and is 0% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from New York to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London at $723 return.
June ($1,246) and July ($1,144) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from New York to London the cheapest?
Flights from New York to London are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 9% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to London?
Norse Atlantic UK ($830) and Icelandair ($831) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New York to London according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most direct flights between New York and London?
British Airways and United Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from New York to London at 77 and 41 flights per week, respectively. Virgin Atlantic is another good option, operating 35 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from New York to London delayed?
Over the last 12 months, New York to London flights were delayed in 14% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 163 minutes behind schedule.
What is the most punctual time of day to fly from New York to London?
Afternoon flights have the fewest delays. Night departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on New York to London flights?
Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the New York to London route at only 11% of flights delayed.
Sunday has the most delays at 18%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which airline is the most punctual on New York to London flights?
British Airways is the most punctual airline on New York to London flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 88% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from New York to London?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) is the most popular stopover for the New York to London route. 31% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via KEF.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from New York to London?
Flights via Porto (OPO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $634. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from New York to London?
Dublin (DUB) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to London at 10h 41m one-way, 3h 32m longer than the 7h 09m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from New York to London, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for New York to London stopovers at 398 minutes over the past 3 months.
How many direct flights run daily between New York and London?
There are about 29 flights per day from New York to London, which is about 203 flights per week, spread evenly across the week.
What time of day do most flights depart from New York to London?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most direct flights from New York to London depart in the evening, accounting for 48% of direct departures. Around 14 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport
When to book flights from New York to London
Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from New York to London: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences
Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New York to London
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Mar 2026
Arrive super early and prepare for security to take forever.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Nov 2025
Sit at the back near the toilets and the food service, you’ll get served quicker lol x
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-June 2025
Pay for your bags at time of arrival and not through a third party site, they will rip you off!
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2025
Be ready for checking luggage and going through security. We did and sailed right through.
RachelFlew with American Airlines-Nov 2024
London Heathrow is absolutely disorganized. You need 2 hours between flights at a minimum.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia-June 2024
For people flying from New York to London I would always use British Airways. The people are so nice. I would recommend getting to the airport 3 hours early as a minimum and booking well in advance. You will need to check in 24 hours in advance online or a 2-3 hours earlier than departure at the airport. There is no other option and this is a very serious policy. The flight is very easy and enjoyable though so I definitely would recommend.
HashemFlew with United Airlines-July 2024
I don’t think any airline has the best boarding. Maybe American Airlines has the most comfortable and up-to-date airplanes. Always go super early to any airport leave an apple AirTag in your bag always ask Agent if your chair and or seat will be properly working
PaulFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
Bring your own wired headphones and two pin 3.5mm adapter if you want a decent sound experience from the in flight entertainment. If you're vegetarian, there will be an option in flight - no need to order through your booking before the trip.
CynthiaFlew with Iberia-May 2024
If you have a connecting flight it can be a bit confusing. Make sure you have enough time between flights. The flight to London was great. It's the airport experience, including all the security, which stresses you out.
JordanFlew with British Airways-May 2024
Connections can take some time to figure out at LHR. They often don’t assign connecting gate till just before boarding. So be ready for that.
VaitsaFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
Be early and pay attention to gate changes.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Feb 2024
BA is the only check in located on the first floor of Terminal B behind the baggage ans escalators. It is very hard to find. However, arriving early meant check in was a breeze and NO LINE at security. That has never happened at any airport. They are doing it right.
leaniepenneFlew with British Airways-Jan 2024
Dress appropriate for the season and be comfortable, arrive early for checking in case there are unexpected changes or delays.
JustinFlew with Norse Atlantic UK-Feb 2024
Travel in relaxed clothes. Don’t over-eat. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jan 2024
Check all flights, arrive at the airport alot earlier if you have your flights cancelled and then rebooted with another line, they didn't book us on and took neatly 3 hours to sort out, others arrived at the normal time and missed their flights
Your New York to London flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
What’s the quickest way to get from London Heathrow (LHR) to the centre of London?
To get to London quickly from Heathrow (LHR), the fastest option is the Heathrow Express train, which departs from within the airport. It takes around 15min and costs approximately £18 for a one-way ticket.
Are there any hotels at JFK or Newark (EWR) airports?
If you’d prefer to spend the night at the airport before your flight, JFK has the TWA Hotel within the airport and the Crowne Plaza, Comfort Inn & Suites, Radisson Hotel JFK Airport, and Days Inn & Suites nearby. Most offer free airport shuttles. At Newark, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is within the airport, and there are around a dozen other hotels for all budgets a short drive from the airport.
Are there any hotels at Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport in London?
The closest hotel within walking distance from Heathrow (LHR) is the Sofitel Heathrow. It’s around a 5min walk from Terminal 5 and you can reach it via a covered walkway. There are many other hotels suited to all budgets around a 10min taxi ride away.
Where can I exchange money at Heathrow (LHR)?
Travelex has lots of branches in both Terminals 2 and 5. Opening hours vary but are approximately 04:45 to 22:00 daily. There are also lots of ATMs where you can withdraw money directly.
If I am traveling to the south of England, which London area airport should I choose?
Located about 25 miles south of London, London Gatwick is well known for having shorter wait times for security and immigration than London Heathrow. If you do need to get to London after arrival, the Gatwick Express runs every fifteen minutes to London, and the trip should take about half an hour.
What is the fastest way to get to New York John F. Kennedy Intl. from Manhattan?
The trip on the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station to the Air Train transfer at Jamaica station to New York John F Kennedy Intl. will take roughly thirty minutes.
What is the fastest way to get to London from the airport?
By far the quickest and most stress-free way to get to London from the airport is via the dedicated airport train called the Heathrow Express. This train will take just 15 minutes to get from the airport to London, with the train running every 15 minutes.
What are the most convenient hotel locations at London Heathrow?
The most convenient hotel districts for London Heathrow are Gloucester Road and Earl's Court. Earl's Court is known more for budget hotels like Best Western and Premier Inn, while Gloucester Road has more of the larger four and five-star hotels.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to London flights?
Among airlines operating New York to London flights:
• Norse Atlantic UK: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • British Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 New York to London?
7 airlines operate flights between New York and London. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:
• British Airways • United Airlines • Virgin Atlantic • American Airlines • JetBlue • Delta
Which airports can I use when flying from New York to London?
Flights from New York to London may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA), with arrivals available at airports in London such as London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to London flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• Norse Atlantic UK: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • United Airlines: 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 New York to London?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to London:
• Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class
Prices vary by airline.
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to London?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $634 return via Porto (OPO), compared with $957 for direct.
What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to London?
There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $77–$139 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 New York to London pass through?
One-stop flights from New York to London most commonly connect through:
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 31% of one-stop connections • Dublin (DUB) – 14% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 10% of one-stop connections • Shannon (SNN) – 5% 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 New York to London?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the New York to London route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $952 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,000, a difference of $48. 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 New York to London?
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 New York to London route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 43 minutes.
How are flight departures from New York to London spread across the day?
Evening is the busiest departure period on New York to London flights, with 48% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 31%, Morning flights for 21%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.
What popular places can I visit in London?
Some of the most popular sights in London are Paddington Station, London Victoria Station, and King's Cross Railway Station. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.
What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to London?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to London:
• Earliest: departs at 00:20 and lands at 07:29 • Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 07:04.
The flight takes about 7h 09m.
How expensive are last-minute New York to London flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of $946. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from New York to London?
A direct flight from New York to London takes 7h 09m, covering 8,952 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York to London?
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 New York to London looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $311, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.
How does British Airways's on-time performance compare to other airlines on New York to London flights?
British Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while JetBlue has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to London flights are:
• British Airways: 88% on time • JetBlue: 86% on time • American Airlines: 86% on time
On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.
How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to London?
Afternoon 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 New York to London?
Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 41m, compared to 11h 00m via Shannon (SNN) and 11h 21m via London Heathrow (LHR).
What is the time difference between New York and London?
London is 5 hours ahead of New York (British Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car hire options are available in London?
Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around $10:
How much should I expect to pay for a New York to London flight?
Return flights from New York to London range from $731 to $1,206, with an average of $946 over the past 12 months. Anything below $731 counts as a good deal.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to London flights?
Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to London flights:
• British Airways
• Virgin Atlantic
• Delta
• American Airlines
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 New York to London 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $952 – about $48 less than Saturday (5% 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 9% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to London trip for February. Fares historically average $723 return in that month – typically $522 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If arriving on time is high on your priority list, British Airways is the strongest pick on this route. 88% of British Airways flights from New York to London arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 86%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours43 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 Porto Airport (OPO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $634 return on this route – about $323 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.
For travellers looking to fly from New York to London, you have a range of flights and airports to choose from. In New York you can fly either from JFK or Newark (EWR), arriving in Heathrow (LHR). Daytime flights generally go from JFK to Heathrow (LHR), with Virgin Atlantic, KLM, or Air France. Overnight options include Austrian Airlines and United Airlines flights from Newark (EWR) to Heathrow (LHR). If you prefer to fly from LaGuardia (LGA), there are indirect flights via Orlando with British Airways, or via Charlotte (CLA) with American Airlines.
If you’d like to relax in a lounge before flying, at JFK you’ll fly out from Terminal 1, 2, or 4 depending on the airline. Terminal 1 offers the Air France and Lufthansa lounges. In Terminal 2 there’s the Delta Sky Club, and Terminal 4 has a plethora of lounges including Delta Sky Club, Virgin Clubhouse, and Wing Tips. If you’re flying from Newark (EWR), each terminal offers several lounges. Terminal A has the American Airlines lounge, Terminal B has the Delta Sky Club and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and Terminal C has the United Club.
Since you will likely want to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight from New York to London, an excellent way to pass the time before your trip will be a must. British Airways First Lounge takes airport lounges to a new level. This lounge features a wine room, an opulent bar, and a secluded work area, as well as an upscale dining room. With upscale features like these, you will be downright disappointed when they call for boarding for your flight.
For families with infants, JFK has several nursing rooms around the airport. There are nursing stations in Terminal 1 by the Air France lounge, by Gate C70 in Terminal 2, and at Gates A3 and B31 or by the West Retail Hall in Terminal 4. At Newark, there are also plenty of nursing stations in Terminals A, B, and C.
If you or a member of your family needs help with accessibility, both JFK and Newark (EWR) offer full wheelchair services, oxygen, and kerbside unloading areas for passengers and baggage. Any help should be arranged directly with your airline. Within the airport, there is customer care staff on standby to assist – look for them in their red jackets.
For travellers seeking to change money before they fly, JFK has several places where you can do so. In Terminal 1 there’s a currency exchange shop at the departures level W near the concourse gates 1–3. In Terminal 2, there’s a Travelex branch near Gate 61. Newark (EWR) has multiple Travelex branches in Terminals B and C.
Upon landing on your flight from New York to London, you will need to clear both U.K. Border Force passport control and U.K. customs. While there is no guaranteed way to speed up this process, one way to expedite the procedure is by signing up for the U.K. registered traveler service. Members will enjoy faster entry at passport control since you can use ePassport gates and will not have to fill out a landing card, undergo an interview, or have any fingerprints taken as a visa holder.
Gone are the days of needing to go to a U.S. bank to get a bunch of European currency or traveler's checks before your trip. ATMs are just as plentiful in Europe as in the United States and the fees and exchange rates you will pay using your debit card to make purchases or get cash will be far less than traveler's checks and credit cards.
If you are connecting to a flight to another destination after your flight from New York to London, you generally will not have to pick up your checked bags. Once you exit the plane, you can follow the purple signs for flight connections. You will need to pass through border control and, if you are going to a different terminal, you may have to pass through security again.
By far the most budget-friendly way to get to London from the airport is the London underground. One thing to note is that, while this is an excellent option for your wallet, it may prove difficult if you have a lot of baggage to carry since space may be tight and there will be quite a few escalators and stairs to navigate.
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