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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£297
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Flights from England to the United States: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from England to the United States 
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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MIA
Jun 2025
Boarding was easy, organized and moved quickly at Heathrow. Flying premium economy is worth it on the longer flights. More leg room and no checked bag fees to pay. You may order your meals 30 days in advance. One also gets a comfort bag at each seat that includes a blanket, small neck pillow, and toiletry kit with toothpaste, toothbrush, socks, lotion, eye mask. Very handy on those long flights! Bring a light weight jacket or sweater as night flights can be cooler than day flights. Be polite and smile as the crew try their best to keep you safe and comfortable.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jun 2025
I wish I'd known that there were food and shopping opportunities at the B gate area. This was a lovely, NOT busy place to spend time. I'd have gone directly there if I'd known. Definitely a nice place to wait.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Mar 2025
Try to get an aisle seat and walk around the plane as often as possible. Your legs will thank you
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Make sure to allow ample time between connecting flights. I have to hoof it when I realized that TSA required bags to be picked up and rechecked.
MichaelFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Have a light luggage as much as you can. Boarding gate walk is not a joke.
Verified travelerFlew with Singapore Airlines
MAN
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IAH
Apr 2025
Book direct with the airline and not through an agent.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EWR
May 2025
Gate assignments are made shortly before boarding and each letter dedicated terminal group is separated by a long walk or a crowded rail ride. The metro ride between the terminals and the city can be complicated if you go in with no research. We consider ourselves capable people but Londons rail system is a mess to get a grasp of.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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JFK
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.
ShawnFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Dec 2024
Know that gates are posted just about an hour before takeoff and it takes a bit of time to actually get to the gate. If you make a mistake there is no train back- you have to walk to the correct area and that are at least 10 minutes apart. Make sure to have ALL liquids ready to place in the tray at TSA
AlastairFlew with British Airways
LHR
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SFO
Feb 2025
Make sure your free checked luggage is for outward and return flights.
786ottoFlew with Finnair
LHR
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JFK
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
LHR
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SAN
Sept 2024
Flight overall is good. Service is very good. Bring yourself some snacks, in case the food isn’t up to your taste.
MeganFlew with Iberia
LHR
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LAX
Sept 2024
Pack light and know you can always get stuff when you land.
CarolFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Oct 2024
Take the 10.40 flight not the 14.30 as it took nearly 2 hours to clear Orlando airport as there weren’t many immigration staff on duty - when i did it last year I breezed through at the earlier time
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BWI
Nov 2024
Beware of London underground and bus schedules always allow plenty (double?) advertised schedule timing for services to LHR, from city and suburbs!
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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SFO
Sept 2024
Download all your music. Add shows and movies to your queue. Bring short so you can relax. Bring long charger cords.
KennethFlew with Iberia
LHR
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EWR
Oct 2024
Heathrow is a large busy airport that requires a lot of walking.
SYBIL BRENNANFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Sept 2024
Beware that they can change your flight last minute and put you on a flight that arrives to a different airport from your connecting flight. You are responsible for finding the transport to your connecting flight
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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JFK
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.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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PHL
Jul 2024
Make sure you are at the airport at least 3 hours early to ensure that you can check in, go through security, and so that you can find your departure gate within plenty of time so you are not rushing.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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PIT
Jun 2024
By your own food and have your own music. Upgrade your seat if you have the funds!
SimonFlew with British Airways
LHR
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LAX
Jun 2024
If flying business class I’d research which cabin your aircraft operates. BA have some old business class on the 380 and new business class on the 777. (And 350). The new cabin is so much better. But the food just isn’t as good as it used to be
JamesFlew with British Airways
LGW
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MCO
Jun 2024
When Checkin in at the airport, if you request a window seat make sure it is a window seat and ask to see a seating plan before you accept the seat.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jul 2024
Gate 10 is a train wreck because there are multiple gates distinguished by a letter following A10. If possible get there as quickly as possible to find the appropriate gate.
KateFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DFW
Jun 2024
Leave plenty of time for layover in US as the queues for immigration are very long and you are likely to miss your connecting flight
PhilFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DEN
Aug 2024
Sit in the front part of the plane if you want service.
WendyFlew with Iberia
LHR
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PIT
Jul 2024
This is a good service to a smaller gateway airport. It's usually full. This service is why we selected BA. If you've prepaid for your seats be prepared for them to switch the plane configuration and reassign your seats. You'll have to apply for this refund too since it's not automatic. These refunds should be automatic not a chore for you to get your money back, especially when you have selected seats you personally want.
AntonellaFlew with Iberia
LHR
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EWR
Jul 2024
London makes you take out every single toiletry even below 100ml and if they don’t all fit in one tiny bag, they make you throw it away. Check everything in your checked luggage!
Anne KatherineFlew with Iberia
LHR
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PHL
Jul 2024
Need more snacks. As meals not big and need more to eat Also take own water on board as not enough drinks offered from cabin crew - can feel dehydrated during flight
PamFlew with Iberia
LGW
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MCO
Apr 2024
If flown with various airlines over 25 years, they have all been very good, I wouldn't date one over the other fur service, baggage allowance and flight cost are my deciding factors. Terminal C the new term I am at Orlando is very spacious, clean, clear signage, but be aware there is a 10 minute walk from the plane to the luggage collection and border control area. Ask for assistance if you have any issues walking that far yourself or with children.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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SFO
Mar 2024
Heathrow is vast, allow plenty of time to drop bags and go through security. At San Francisco the immigration takes a bit of time and we had to wait around 1.5hrs, bare this in mind when booking car rental. The is a shuttle train from the airport to the car rental area which is very slick and efficient.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BOS
Mar 2024
If you are arriving on a late flight check in to an airport hotel at Logan. Good choice, easy access and good start to your trip
SuzanneFlew with British Airways
LHR
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PIT
May 2024
1 - bring a portable battery backup because you can't rely on the outlets at your seat to be working. 2 - download movies/shows to your device, because you can't rely on your headphones or screen to be working. 3 - download any work, as possible, to your laptop, because you can't rely on WiFi to be working.
JenniferFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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IAD
May 2024
Good luck with the flight, make sure you eat before you board the plane because that's a long flight for the food that is served on that plane.
Juan LuisFlew with Delta
LHR
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JFK
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.
EmilyFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Mar 2024
Bring as few liquids as possible or put them in checked bag. They are very strict at Heathrow about all of them fitting into one small ziplock bag
Ana-MariaFlew with Iberia
LHR
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SFO
Mar 2024
In London triple check your flight they have multiple leaving for the same destination once - it is easy to get them confused
DavidFlew with British Airways
LHR
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DFW
Mar 2024
Don’t fly to Dallas. This isn’t about BA, but DFW was a really bad experience. TSA was horrible- rude, seemingly delighted in just being unhelpful, actually yelling at pax to “come on, get moving!” then asking why we didn’t have (whatever) out. Uhhh, that’d be because I can’t do it while moving, and not moving isn’t an option. Followed sign to TSA Pre, not there, asked agent who just pointed back where we came and said “follow the signs”. “Yes, they pointed here” “just follow the signs.” Multiple gate changes (to other terminals!) requiring multiple train rides. Just unpleasant. Find another connecting airport.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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AUS
Mar 2024
Eat before your flight if possible as inflight meals are pretty bad.
KaishaFlew with British Airways
LHR
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MSY
Feb 2024
If flying during Mardi Gras season, prebook a cab from the airport as you may be waiting a while. Security is swift
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LGW
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MCO
Feb 2024
The more you can do at home online before you leave makes it easier for you to just enjoy the airport before your flight. And just remember if you purchase food from WH SMITHS to eat it or bin it on the plane because it will add 30 minutes on your journey been escorted to extra security for having sandwiches. A reminder on the plane about food items to dispose it before you leave the plane would have helped.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EWR
Feb 2024
Even if you have a long layover, be prepared to travel a long distance to your gate once it gets announced. Do not delay in heading to the gate. Be prepared for a very crowded airport experience.
WarrenFlew with United Airlines
LHR
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IAH
Jan 2024
The ground transportation situation (Uber, taxis) at International Arrivals (Terminals D/E) is frankly pathetic for a major American city. Way too many people and cars for the allotted space. I would recommend taking the mini-train to another terminal (A,B or C) and getting an Uber there, rather than trying to navigate International.
Verified travelerFlew with Finnair
LHR
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BOS
Dec 2023
If you’re looking for a hassle free and good customer experience, avoid BA; Fly American. As soon as you board the plane, set your watch to local US time to help adjust to the time difference.

FAQs for booking flights from England to the United States

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from England to the United States?

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    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from England to the United States with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from England to the United States?

    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 from England to the United States up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to the United States?

    England and United States are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (511 flights per week), Finnair (507 flights per week), and American Airlines (492 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in the United States?

    There are 587 airports in the United States. The busiest airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), with 8% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in the United States?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in the United States is New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK), with an average flight price of £389.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to the United States?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to the United States is Thursday when return tickets can be as cheap as £471. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are £537 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the United States?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to the United States is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost £486 on average. On average, there is no price difference when choosing to fly in the morning or the evening on this flight route. The most expensive time of day to fly to the United States is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £591.

  • What is the cheapest flight to the United States?

    The cheapest ticket to the United States from England found in the last 72 hours was to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, at £257 return. The most popular route is London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £257.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from England to the United States?

    The cheapest month for flights from England to the United States is September, when tickets cost £446 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is £659 and £658 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from England to the United States?

    To get a below-average price on a flight from England to the United States, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to the United States?

    From England, there are direct flights to the United States from 2 cities. The city with the most direct flights is London, with 4,518 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to the United States are there each day?

    There are around 659 direct flights from within England to the United States every day. Most flights (53%) depart in the morning.

  • How many direct flights to the United States are there each week?

    Each week there are around 4,608 direct flights from within England to the United States. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to the United States?

    An average direct flight from England to the United States takes 10h 44m, covering a distance of 4093 miles. The shortest route is Edinburgh (EDI) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) with an average flight time of 7h 00m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to the United States each week?

    There aren’t any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to the United States. Instead, there are 4,608 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from London.

  • What are the most popular destinations in the United States?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is New York (57% of total searches to the United States). The next most popular destinations are Miami (6%) and Orlando (5%). Searches for flights to Boston (5%), to Los Angeles (4%), and to Washington, D.C. (4%) are also popular.

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