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

• Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 7:29 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 7:04 am.

The flight takes about 7h 09m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to London Heathrow Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport takes 7h 09m, covering 3,443 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from New York to London Heathrow Airport range from $569 to $909, with an average of $743 over the past 12 months. Anything below $569 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $743 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $525 round-trip via Ottawa (YOW), compared to $754 for nonstop.

British Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while JetBlue has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to London Heathrow Airport flights are:

• British Airways: 89% on time
• JetBlue: 86% on time
• American Airlines: 86% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Evening is the busiest departure period on New York to London Heathrow Airport flights, with 44% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, morning flights for 23%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to London Heathrow Airport flights:

• British Airways
• Virgin Atlantic
• Delta
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from New York to London Heathrow Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $258, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Flights from New York to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow (LHR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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 Heathrow Airport route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 44m.

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

• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 3% on flights from New York to London Heathrow Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $740 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $761, a difference of $21.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

6 airlines operate flights between New York and London Heathrow Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• United Airlines
• Virgin Atlantic
• American Airlines
• JetBlue
• Delta

Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 34m, compared with 10h 55m via Shannon (SNN) and 11h 22m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

London Heathrow 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.

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

Among airlines operating New York to London Heathrow Airport flights:

• British Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Outside of each passenger terminal, there are short-term parking lots where you can leave your car for up to 24h. If you plan to park at JFK for more than 24h, use the long-term parking lot (Lot 9/Economy Lot) on Lefferts Boulevard. The airport's free AirTrain JFK shuttle runs from all parking lots to the terminals around the clock.

Numerous car rental agencies are situated in close proximity to Heathrow Airport's terminals, making it a handy option for passengers. Budget Car Hire and Avis are reserved most frequently in London Heathrow Airport.

The Heathrow Express is the most expedient method of transportation between Heathrow Airport and downtown. Non-stop trains bring passengers from the airport to the heart of the city in under 15min. Enjoy the convenience of stress-free airport transportation with departures occurring every 15min and tickets that can be purchased either online or on a mobile device.

The TWA Hotel is a hotel located near John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York City. You can spend the night at the hotel to avoid the morning rush to the airport. The airport also offers free shuttle services to the terminals.