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 fly 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 always 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 $468 round-trip via Porto (OPO), compared to $672 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) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Porto (OPO) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 6% of one-stop connections

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $651 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $700, a difference of $49.

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, 32% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 12m.

Question 15

What popular places can I visit in London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

Question 16

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 6:20 pm and lands at 1:20 am.

The flight takes about 7h.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $667 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 18

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, covering 3,462 miles.

Question 19

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 20

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 $288, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

Question 21

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

British Airways is the only airline operating New York to London Gatwick Airport flights. 68% of its flights are on time.

Question 22

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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 Ottawa (YOW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 07m, compared with 11h 14m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) 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 $541 to $794, with an average of $667 over the past 12 months. Anything below $541 counts as a good deal.

Question 27

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 $522 round-trip. Other New York to London Gatwick Airport routes average $733, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport at $416 round-trip.
•December ($954) and June ($799) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 129% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 30

When are flights 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 31

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

Accepted Answer

Air Europa ($689) and Icelandair ($695) 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 32

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

Accepted Answer

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

Question 33

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 0% of flights delayed. Thursday has the most delays at 56%.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

British Airways is the most punctual airline on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights. 68% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 35

What’s 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. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via KEF.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Porto (OPO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $468. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 37

Which route with a layover is the fastest from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa (YOW) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to London Gatwick Airport at 11h 07m one-way, 4h 07m longer than the 7h direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

Ottawa (YOW) had the shortest average connection time for New York to London Gatwick Airport layovers at 6h 16m over the past 3 months.

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