Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to New York
Looking for a cheap flight from New York to London? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £170 or less one-way and £261 or less round-trip.
The cheapest flight from London to New York was found 78 days before departure, on average.
Book at least 3 weeks before departure in order to get a below-average price for flights from London to New York.
High season is considered to be June, July, and August. The cheapest month to fly from London to New York is March.
Morning departure is around 8% more expensive than an evening flight, on average*.
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.
*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days
FAQs for booking flights from London to New York
Which airlines have a flexible cancellation policy for flights from London to New York due to COVID-19?
Finnair, British Airways and American Airlines have all waived their change and cancellation fees on flights from London to New York. Confirm policies on booking site.
Can I fly to New York? Are there any travel restrictions when entering New York?
Most visitors from London will not be allowed to enter New York. Citizens and lawful permanent residents of the United States, certain family members, and other individuals who meet specified exceptions, will be allowed to enter the United States. Please find list of entry suspension for certain countries based on the last proclamation. Read more about travel restrictions for New York
Can I fly to New York without having to quarantine on arrival?
Visitors from London are not required to quarantine after entering New York.
Do I need to take a coronavirus (Covid-19) test before flying to New York?
Visitors from London must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to New York.
What documents do I need to fly to New York?
Passenger Disclosure and Attestation
New York State Traveler Health Form
Los Angeles Traveler Form
What other coronavirus (Covid-19) restrictions are there in New York?
Masks: Recommended in public spaces and public transportation.
Restaurants: Open with restrictions
Bars: Open with restrictions
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.
How long does a flight from London to New York take?
Direct flights take on average 11h 10m to travel the 3459 miles between London and New York.
How many flights are there between London and New York?
148 direct flights run between London and New York on a daily basis. On average, there are about 1,038 departures each week.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to New York?
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Air Europa (£131) and Iberia (£134). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Air Europa (£164) and Iberia (£166).
Which airlines fly most frequently between London and New York?
In normal times, Finnair flies from London to New York up to 14 times per day, British Airways up to 14 times per day, and American Airlines up to 13 times per day.
What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New York?
For London to New York, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from New York back to London, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.
Which airports will I be using when flying from London to New York?
London is served by 6 major airports and there are 3 airports in New York. You will leave London from one of these airports: London Southend, London Stansted, London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, or London Luton. You will be arriving in New York at one of these airports: New York LaGuardia, Newark, or New York John F Kennedy Intl.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to New York?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to New York.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to New York?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to New York?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to London with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to New York?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.
COVID-19 information
Safety measures for airlines flying from London to New York
Airlines flying from London to New York have enacted additional safety measures and adjusted policies to better accommodate travellers. Policies vary by airline.
Heightened sanitation
Daily cleaning, installation of cabin HEPA filters on flights from London to New York
Mandatory masks
Masks required on board, masks provided on flights from London to New York
Social distancing seating
Middle seats unavailable to book on flights from London to New York
Pre-flight testing
Testing for antibodies, testing for symptoms for flights from London to New York
