Question 1

What is the best departure airport for New York to London Gatwick flights?

Accepted Answer

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the best departure airport for flights from New York to London Gatwick flights. The airport has more flight options to LGW. All direct flights from New York to London Gatwick depart from JFK. Alternative airports, La Guardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), have limited flight options to LGW.

Question 2

How do I get to downtown London from London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

The Southern and Thameslink trains connect London Gatwick Airport to downtown London. Journey time is around 30 to 40 minutes. You can also take the Gatwick Express train, which offers direct connections to Victoria Station in central London. The journey time is around 30 minutes. Other options include coach services, taxis, car rentals, and hotel shuttles.

Question 3

Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from New York to London Gatwick?

Accepted Answer

If you’re mindful of the environment, consider booking Norse Atlantic Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch, Air France, British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia, and Icelandair. These airlines have different sustainable measures in place to help minimize greenhouse gas emissions.

Question 4

Which other cities can I fly to from London Gatwick?

Accepted Answer

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) serves different domestic and international flights. If you wish to extend your trip from LGW, you can fly to domestic destinations like Belfast, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle or international destinations like Istanbul, Shanghai, Mumbai, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Paris, Copenhagen, Lisbon, Madrid, Atlanta, and Boston.

Question 5

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating New York to London Gatwick Airport flights:

• Norse Atlantic UK: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

Question 6

What airlines are available from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Only Norse Atlantic UK operates flights between New York and London Gatwick Airport.

Question 7

Which airports can I use when flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at London Gatwick (LGW).

Question 8

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

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
• Hahn Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• A.P.G.: a checked bag in Economy Class class

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

Question 9

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 10

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $467 round-trip via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS), compared to $637 for nonstop.

Question 11

What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $59–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 12

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport most commonly connect through:

• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Question 13

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the New York to London Gatwick Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $604 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $701, a difference of $97. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 14

At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 Gatwick Airport route, 38% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 55 minutes.

Question 15

How are flight departures from New York to London Gatwick Airport spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Evening is the busiest departure period on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Question 16

What popular places can I visit in London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Paddington Station, Central London and London Victoria Station. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

Question 17

How long is a flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport takes 7h 00m, covering 3,462 miles.

Question 18

What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to London Gatwick Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:20 pm and lands at 1:20 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 6:55 am.

The flight takes about 7h 00m.

Question 19

How expensive are last-minute New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $633. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 20

Do I need a passport to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 21

How are flight prices from New York to London Gatwick Airport looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from New York to London Gatwick Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $237, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

Question 22

How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 04m, compared with 11h 16m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) and 11h 18m via Dublin (DUB).

Question 24

What is the time difference between New York and London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

London Gatwick Airport is 5 hours ahead of New York (British Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 25

What car rental options are available at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

Accepted Answer

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:
· GREEN MOTION
· DRIVALIA
· U-Save
· Europcar
· Alamo

Question 26

How much should I expect to pay for a New York to London Gatwick Airport flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport range from $478 to $781, with an average of $633 over the past 12 months. Anything below $478 counts as a good deal.

Question 27

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport start at $531. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $478 to $781. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $531 on Norse Atlantic UK.

Question 28

What is the cheapest New York to London Gatwick Airport flight route?

Accepted Answer

Newark Airport (EWR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the cheapest New York to London Gatwick Airport route, averaging $516 round-trip. Other New York to London Gatwick Airport routes average $716, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 29

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Question 30

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport at $410 round-trip.
December ($899) and June ($795) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 31

When are prices from New York to London Gatwick Airport the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 32

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK ($531) and Icelandair ($554) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to London Gatwick Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 33

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between New York and London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK has the most frequent nonstop flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport with 5 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 34

What is the most punctual time of day to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Night flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 35

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the New York to London Gatwick Airport route, at only 17% of flights delayed.
Saturday has the most delays at 59%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 36

Which airline is the most punctual on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

Delta is the most punctual airline on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights, KAYAK's system tracked that 74% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 37

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) is the most popular layover for the New York to London Gatwick Airport route. 45% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via KEF.

Question 38

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $467. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 39

Which route, including a layover, takes the shortest amount of time from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to London Gatwick Airport at 11h 04m one-way, 4h 04m longer than the 7h 00m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 40

When flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) had the shortest average connection time for New York to London Gatwick Airport layovers at 404 minutes over the past 3 months.

Question 41

How many nonstop flights run daily between New York and London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are 1 to 1 flights per day from New York to London Gatwick Airport, about 5 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures, with 20% of weekly flights.

Question 42

What time of day do most flights depart from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport depart in the evening, accounting for 100% of nonstop departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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