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Cheapest return flight
£351
Typical prices: £384-£635
LEVEL
Sat 3/11Sat 10/11
LGW - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£380
Typical prices: £394-£645
British Airways
Mon 15/10Mon 5/11
LHR - JFK • Direct
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Virgin Atlantic Economy Delight adds legroom and priority boarding on this long-haul route.
BA and Lufthansa Premium Economy add legroom; Lufthansa also includes a checked bag.
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Cheap Flights from London to New York (LON-NYC)
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London 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 London to New York
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
13:00 - 22:00LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
23:45 - 08:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
27h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£351LEVEL
Sun, 21 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
20:05 - 13:15LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 10m1 stop Zurich
15:55 - 07:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£370Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
20:15 - 13:35LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
15:55 - 08:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£380Lufthansa
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
09:50 - 16:55LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 05m1 stop Shannon
18:25 - 09:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 40m1 stop Shannon
£380Aer Lingus
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
10:00 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Shannon
18:50 - 09:15JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
9h 25m1 stop Shannon
£380Aer Lingus
Sun, 17 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
11:25 - 19:15LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
23:20 - 11:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
6h 50mdirect
£380Iberia
Mon, 11 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
11:25 - 19:15LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
23:20 - 11:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
6h 50mdirect
£380Iberia
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
13:00 - 21:31LHR London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
13h 31m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
15:30 - 07:10LGA New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£380Air Canada
Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
08:30 - 15:46LHR London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
12h 16m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
15:30 - 06:30LGA New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
10h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£380Air Canada
Wed, 27 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
06:30 - 13:35LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
17:30 - 13:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£381Lufthansa
Recent one-way flight deals from London to New York
Tue, 3 Nov
18:40 - 13:15LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 35m1 stop Zurich
£303SWISS
Tue, 3 Nov
18:40 - 13:55LHR London Heathrow-EWR Newark
24h 15m1 stop Zurich
£303SWISS
Wed, 30 Dec
07:30 - 19:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
16h 35m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
£316Finnair
Sat, 26 Dec
11:45 - 19:15LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£323Iberia
Sun, 20 Dec
06:10 - 13:20LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 10m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£331American Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct
12:00 - 16:10LHR London Heathrow-EWR Newark
8h 10mdirect
£332Austrian Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov
08:45 - 12:37LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 52m2 stops Madrid Barajas Boston Logan Intl
£335Iberia
Thu, 19 Nov
14:15 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 05mdirect
£338Finnair
Sun, 8 Nov
06:10 - 22:23LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 13m2 stops Madrid Barajas Charlotte Douglas
£338American Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct
06:00 - 14:55LHR London Heathrow-EWR Newark
12h 55m1 stop Vienna Intl
£362Austrian Airlines
Recent last minute flight deals from London to New York
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 22 Oct
14:05 - 19:36LHR London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 31m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
17:40 - 10:00LGA New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
11h 20m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£380Air Canada
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 10 Dec
06:00 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 50m1 stop Zurich
19:35 - 21:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 50m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
£380SWISS
Wed, 23 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
14:10 - 17:00LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mdirect
18:20 - 06:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 05mdirect
£381British Airways
Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
10:30 - 13:30LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00mdirect
20:55 - 09:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 15mdirect
£381British Airways
Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
06:00 - 20:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m1 stop Vienna Intl
21:45 - 08:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
29h 35m1 stop Vienna Intl
£382Austrian Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
06:00 - 20:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m1 stop Vienna Intl
21:45 - 08:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
29h 35m1 stop Vienna Intl
£382Austrian Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 22 Oct
07:00 - 14:20LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
20:30 - 17:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
16h 20m1 stop Zurich
£382SWISS
Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
15:40 - 19:20LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 40m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
20:30 - 14:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£383Icelandair
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
14:05 - 19:36LHR London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 31m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
10:30 - 06:35LGA New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
15h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
£383Air Canada
Tue, 22 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
15:40 - 22:05LGW London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
23:10 - 14:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£419Icelandair
Recent direct flight deals from London to New York
Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
18:05 - 21:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00mdirect
19:15 - 07:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 05mdirect
£380British Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
18:05 - 21:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00mdirect
18:40 - 06:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 00mdirect
£380British Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
12:20 - 15:46LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 26mdirect
09:30 - 21:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 10mdirect
£383JetBlue
Thu, 5 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
12:20 - 15:46LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 26mdirect
09:30 - 21:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 10mdirect
£383JetBlue
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
10:10 - 14:27LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 17mdirect
21:10 - 09:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 15mdirect
£384KLM
Thu, 1 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
10:25 - 13:45LHR London Heathrow-EWR Newark
8h 20mdirect
09:35 - 21:25EWR Newark-LHR London Heathrow
6h 50mdirect
£384Lufthansa
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
10:35 - 14:35LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00mdirect
17:50 - 05:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 00mdirect
£384Iberia
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
18:05 - 21:05LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00mdirect
19:15 - 06:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 05mdirect
£384Iberia
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
07:45 - 10:30LHR London Heathrow-EWR Newark
7h 45mdirect
23:00 - 10:25EWR Newark-LHR London Heathrow
7h 25mdirect
£385Lufthansa
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
11:20 - 14:15LHR London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 55mdirect
23:55 - 12:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
7h 10mdirect
£396KLM
Booking Insights
Price, demand, and travel trends for London to New York flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London to New York with more confidence.
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How much is a return flight from London to New York?
This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to New York departing in November.
Return flights from London to New York start at £351. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £384 to £635. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £351 on LEVEL.
What is the cheapest London to New York flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newark Airport (EWR) is the cheapest London to New York route, averaging £384 return. Other London to New York routes average £499, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New York?
Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New York and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Sunday 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 London to New York?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from London to New York, 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 London to New York at £387 return. •July (£610) and June (£593) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% 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 the cheapest?
Flights from London to New York are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% 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 London to New York?
LEVEL (£351) and Aer Lingus (£380) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from London to New York according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most direct flights between London and New York?
British Airways and United Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from London to New York 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 London to New York delayed?
Over the last 12 months, London to New York flights were delayed in 11% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 186 minutes behind schedule.
What is the most punctual time of day to fly from London to New York?
Night flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on London to New York flights?
•Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the London to New York route at only 8% of flights delayed. •Sunday has the most delays at 12%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which airline is the most punctual on London to New York flights?
JetBlue is the most punctual airline on London to New York flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 91% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to New York?
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 London to New York route. 37% 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 London to New York?
Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £370. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from London to New York?
Dublin (DUB) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from London to New York at 10h 51m one-way, 2h 44m longer than the 8h 07m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from London to New York, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Dublin (DUB) had the shortest average connection time for London to New York stopovers at 413 minutes over the past 3 months.
How many direct flights run daily between London and New York?
There are 28 to 29 flights per day from London to New York, about 201 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures, with 14% of weekly flights.
What time of day do most flights depart from London to New York?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most direct flights from London to New York depart in the afternoon, accounting for 43% of direct departures. Around 12 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
Expert advice for your flight from London to New York
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.
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Flights from London to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences
Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to New York
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-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-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.
KennethFlew with Iberia-Oct 2024
Heathrow is a large busy airport that requires a lot of walking.
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.
AntonellaFlew with Iberia-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!
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.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-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.
Your London to New York flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
Is there free WiFi at Heathrow Airport?
Heathrow Airport does offer free WiFi throughout the terminals, accessible throughout the duration of your stay at the airport. The internet is also accessible via internet-connected terminals spread throughout the airport. If you need to catch up on work or want to keep in touch with people, this won’t be a problem.
Can I take a taxi into New York City from the Airport?
You can take a taxi to Manhattan, but it will be considerably more expensive, and can often be much slower than public transportation depending on traffic. Taxis to JFK can cost around $55(£43), and taxis to Newark can cost around $50(£40), with prices increasing during peak hours.
Does Heathrow Airport have a lounge area?
Heathrow Airport has seven lounge areas in total, with varying price points and features. All lounges feature a selection of snacks and beverages and WiFi access, with access prices starting at around £25.
Do any New York airports have onsite hotels?
Neither Newark or JFK Airports have onsite hotels; however, both airports have several hotels, motels and other accommodation available in close proximity. Options range from budget to luxury, and most accommodation near the airport features a complimentary airport shuttle.
Are there hotels at London airports (LON)?
Once you find cheap flights from London to New York, you are also able to look at airport hotels so you’re not in a rush before your trip. Heathrow Airport offers the Aerotel, which you will find in Terminal 3. In the North Terminal at Gatwick Airport, you will be able to stay at the Sofitel. Both these hotels are located close by to the terminal building.
Can I exchange my currency at New York Airports (NYC)?
When you land at NYC Airports, you can exchange your Pound Sterling to U.S. Dollars easily. At JFK Airport Terminals 2 to 7 you can locate a Travelex in the Arrivals Hall. At LGA Airport there is a Travelex located in Terminal B, whereas in EWR Airport, there is also a Travelex located in the arrivals of Terminal C.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to New York flights?
Among airlines operating London to New York 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 • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom
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?
7 airlines operate flights between London and New York. 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 London to New York?
Flights from London to New York 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), with arrivals available at airports in New York such as Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to New York 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?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from London to New York:
• 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 London to New York?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £370 return via Orlando (MCO), compared with £505 for direct.
What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London to New York?
There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £37–£74 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 pass through?
One-stop flights from London to New York most commonly connect through:
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 37% of one-stop connections • Dublin (DUB) – 14% of one-stop connections • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 8% of one-stop connections • Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) – 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?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the London to New York route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £484 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £524, a difference of £39. 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?
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 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 spread across the day?
Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to New York flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 17%, and Night flights for 0%.
What popular places can I visit in New York?
Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.
What are the earliest and latest flights from London to New York?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to New York:
• Earliest: departs at 07:25 and lands at 15:32 • Latest: departs at 20:10 and lands at 04:17.
The flight takes about 8h 07m.
How expensive are last-minute London to New York flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 19% above the route average of £495. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from London to New York?
A direct flight from London to New York takes 8h 07m, covering 3,456 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from London to New York?
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 looking right now?
One-way fares from London to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £328, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.
How does JetBlue's on-time performance compare to other airlines on London to New York 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 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?
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?
Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 51m, compared to 11h 17m via Shannon (SNN) and 11h 22m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
What is the time difference between London and New York?
New York is 5 hours behind London (Eastern Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car hire options are available in New York?
Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around £16:
• Ace • Budget • Hertz • Dollar • Avis
Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around £12:
• Ace • Budget • Hertz • Dollar • Avis
Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around £21:
• Ace • Budget • Alamo • Dollar • Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a London to New York flight?
Return flights from London to New York range from £384 to £635, with an average of £495 over the past 12 months. Anything below £384 counts as a good deal.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on London to New York flights?
Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on London to New York 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 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 £484 – about £39 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 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to New York trip for February. Fares historically average £387 return in that month – typically £222 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 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 Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £370 return on this route – about £135 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
When you’re booking flights from London to New York, there’s a good chance you’ll fly out of London Heathrow Airport. Heathrow is the second busiest airport in the world by international traffic, and houses the vast majority of direct flights to the airports in New York. Flights out of Gatwick can also be found, with indirect flights coming out of all major London Airports.
Your flight to New York can land in several different airports, with JFK Airport housing the most direct flights from London and Newark Airport in New Jersey housing the second most. Both airports are about an hour away from the city by public transport; however, Newark Airport is more convenient to the West side of Manhattan, and JFK is more convenient to the East side.
Both airports offer an AirTrain service that connects with public transport for easy connections. Newark connects to the NJ Path transit system, which will get you to the Manhattan city centre for around $7.75 (£6.00) total. JFK connects to the NYC metro and Long Island Railroad to get you to Penn Station for around $22(£17) using the Long Island Railroad, which can take around 35 minutes, or around $10(£8) via the E train, which can take just over an hour.
The average flight from London to New York is 8 hours long, so it can be practical to grab a bite to eat before the plane departs. London Heathrow Airport features 35 different dining options, from a quick scone and tea and to a high-end meal. There are dining options spread throughout several of the terminals, so feel free to wander about if you’re feeling a bit peckish and not certain what you’re in the mood for.
If you need to leave your car at Heathrow, there are several airport parking options available. Hourly parking at Heathrow Airport starts at around £6 per hour and is available at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Long-stay parking is available at car parks reachable from all Terminals via shuttle bus, and starts at around £24 per day.
When you take a flight from London to New York, you will find that the majority of flights leave during peak times, which means that the airport is often busy. If you want to save time when travelling through the airport, you can use the fast track service in place to get through the security checks faster. For instance, at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) this costs around £12.50 per passenger, whereas at Gatwick Airport (LGW) it is about £5 per person.
You can get to London Airports (LON) easily before your flight. If you depart from Heathrow, which offers direct flights, you can use the Piccadilly Line from the centre of the city, the Heathrow Express from Paddington Train Station or a National Express bus from Victoria Coach Station. In contrast, if you are departing from Gatwick, which also operates a direct route, you can use the Gatwick Express from Victoria Train Station.
When you land at New York Airports (NYC), it’s easy to continue your journey on to nearby cities. For example, if you land at John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), you can drive to New Haven in about 1h 45min or Philadelphia in around 2 hours. From Newark International Airport (EWR), you can get to Trenton in approximately 55 minutes by car or Allentown in about 1h 50min. Whereas, if you land at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) you can drive to Newton in about 1h 45min.
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