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$174 Find Cheap Flights from New York to London

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Cheapest round-trip
$492
Overall average: $655
Aer Lingus
Fri 1/9Thu 1/15
EWR - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$502
Typical prices: $497-$684
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 1/15Thu 1/22
JFK - LHR • Non-stop
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Arrive early at JFK for smooth check-in and security.
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Cheapest • from $495 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • 15% average savings
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Cheap Flights from New York to London (NYC-LON)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to London 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to London

Fri, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 15
Aer Lingus Logo
5:45 pm - 8:05 am
EWR
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LHR
9h 20m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
9:50 am - 4:15 pm
LHR
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EWR
11h 25m1 stop
$492Aer Lingus
Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Mar 20
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
5:40 pm - 9:50 am
EWR
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LGW
11h 10m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:45 am - 11:00 pm
LGW
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EWR
16h 15m1 stop
$492TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 18
Aer Lingus Logo
5:45 pm - 9:05 am
EWR
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LHR
10h 20m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
7:50 am - 4:15 pm
LHR
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EWR
13h 25m1 stop
$493Aer Lingus
Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 12
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6:20 pm - 6:20 am
JFK
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LGW
7h 00mnonstop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
1:05 pm - 3:55 pm
LGW
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JFK
7h 50mnonstop
$503Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 31
JetBlue Logo
10:41 am - 9:40 pm
JFK
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LHR
6h 59mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
8:15 am - 11:45 am
LHR
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JFK
8h 30mnonstop
$503JetBlue
Thu, Apr 2 - Tue, Apr 7
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 pm - 6:20 am
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LGW
7h 00mnonstop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
1:05 pm - 3:55 pm
LGW
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JFK
7h 50mnonstop
$504Norse Atlantic UK
Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 31
JetBlue Logo
10:41 am - 9:40 pm
JFK
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LHR
6h 59mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
8:15 am - 11:45 am
LHR
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JFK
8h 30mnonstop
$504JetBlue
Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 7:10 am
JFK
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LHR
16h 05m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 4:40 pm
LHR
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JFK
31h 55m1 stop
$508United Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13
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7:10 pm - 7:10 am
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7h 00mnonstop
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11:20 am - 3:20 pm
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8h 00mnonstop
$509British Airways
Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
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6h 55mnonstop
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10:35 am - 1:35 pm
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to London to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from New York to London? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest New York to London flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to London costs $364 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 15% cheaper than other New York-London routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to London, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from London, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to London is January, where tickets cost $428 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $741 and $685 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to London?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $609, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to London?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to London, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to London

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
British Airways

Premium Economy offers extra legroom and priority boarding for enhanced comfort.


Club World provides lie-flat seats and enhanced privacy for long-haul flights.

Delta

Delta One Suites offer privacy with sliding doors, ideal for long-haul flights.


SkyMiles members enjoy free Wi-Fi on most flights, enhancing connectivity.

Virgin Atlantic

Upper Class offers fully flat beds and exclusive lounge access for a luxurious experience.


Premium Economy provides wider seats and enhanced meal service for long-haul comfort.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


United Polaris Lounge provides a luxurious experience with restaurants and less crowding.

American Airlines

Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing comfort on long flights.


Flagship Lounges provide upgraded seating and meals for qualifying passengers.

Airports
EWR

At EWR, arrive early to navigate long security lines. Check wait times on the airport's website.

JFK

For a smooth departure from JFK, book parking in advance online to save time and avoid full lots.

LHR

For quick access to central London from Heathrow, the Elizabeth Line offers a good balance of cost and speed.

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KAYAK's tips to save more on a New York to London flight

Based on the flight data for the New York to London route, it is generally cheaper to fly on Mondays and in the month of September. Here are some tips to help you save money when booking this route:

Cheapest Route: Opt for flights from JFK to LGW for the most affordable option.

Booking Advance: Book your flight at least 30 days in advance to get the best deal.

Budget Airline: Norse Atlantic UK generally offers the cheapest fares for this route.

Direct or Layover: Direct flights are significantly cheaper than flights with one stop.

Cheapest Day: Flying on a Monday can save you money.

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Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$174
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights from New York to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from New York to London: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from New York to London 
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Nov 2025
Sit at the back near the toilets and the food service, you’ll get served quicker lol x
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
EWR
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LHR
Jun 2025
Pay for your bags at time of arrival and not through a third party site, they will rip you off!
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
EWR
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LHR
Apr 2025
Be ready for checking luggage and going through security. We did and sailed right through.
RachelFlew with American Airlines
JFK
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LHR
Nov 2024
London Heathrow is absolutely disorganized. You need 2 hours between flights at a minimum.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
JFK
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LHR
Jun 2024
For people flying from New York to London I would always use British Airways. The people are so nice. I would recommend getting to the airport 3 hours early as a minimum and booking well in advance. You will need to check in 24 hours in advance online or a 2-3 hours earlier than departure at the airport. There is no other option and this is a very serious policy. The flight is very easy and enjoyable though so I definitely would recommend.
HashemFlew with United Airlines
EWR
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LHR
Jul 2024
I don’t think any airline has the best boarding. Maybe American Airlines has the most comfortable and up-to-date airplanes. Always go super early to any airport leave an apple AirTag in your bag always ask Agent if your chair and or seat will be properly working
PaulFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LGW
Apr 2024
Bring your own wired headphones and two pin 3.5mm adapter if you want a decent sound experience from the in flight entertainment. If you're vegetarian, there will be an option in flight - no need to order through your booking before the trip.
CynthiaFlew with Iberia
JFK
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LHR
May 2024
If you have a connecting flight it can be a bit confusing. Make sure you have enough time between flights. The flight to London was great. It's the airport experience, including all the security, which stresses you out.
JordanFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
May 2024
Connections can take some time to figure out at LHR. They often don’t assign connecting gate till just before boarding. So be ready for that.
VaitsaFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Apr 2024
Be early and pay attention to gate changes.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
EWR
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LHR
Feb 2024
BA is the only check in located on the first floor of Terminal B behind the baggage ans escalators. It is very hard to find. However, arriving early meant check in was a breeze and NO LINE at security. That has never happened at any airport. They are doing it right.
leaniepenneFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Jan 2024
Dress appropriate for the season and be comfortable, arrive early for checking in case there are unexpected changes or delays.
JustinFlew with Norse Atlantic UK
JFK
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LGW
Feb 2024
Travel in relaxed clothes. Don’t over-eat. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
JFK
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LHR
Jan 2024
Check all flights, arrive at the airport alot earlier if you have your flights cancelled and then rebooted with another line, they didn't book us on and took neatly 3 hours to sort out, others arrived at the normal time and missed their flights

FAQs for booking flights from New York to London

  • What’s the quickest way to get from London Heathrow (LHR) to the centre of London?

    To get to London quickly from Heathrow Airport (LHR), the fastest option is the Heathrow Express train, which departs from within the airport. It takes around 15 minutes and costs approximately £18 for a one-way ticket.

  • If I am traveling to the south of England, which London airport should I choose?

    Located about 25 miles south of London, London Gatwick is well known for having shorter wait times for security and immigration than London Heathrow. If you do need to get to London after arrival, the Gatwick Express runs every 15 minutes to London, and the trip should take about half an hour.

  • What is the fastest way to get to New York John F. Kennedy Intl. from Manhattan?

    The trip on the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station to the AirTrain transfer at Jamaica station to New York John F Kennedy Intl. will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • What is the fastest way to get to London from the airport?

    By far the quickest and most stress-free way to get to London from the airport is via the dedicated airport train called the Heathrow Express. This train will take just 15 minutes to get from the airport to London, with the train running four times per hour.

  • Are there any hotels at JFK or Newark (EWR) airports?

    If you’d prefer to spend the night at the airport before your flight, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has the TWA Hotel within the airport and the Crowne Plaza, Comfort Inn & Suites, Radisson Hotel JFK Airport, and Days Inn & Suites nearby. Most offer free airport shuttles. At Newark, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is within the airport, and there are around a dozen other hotels for all budgets a short drive from the airport.

  • Are there any hotels at Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport in London?

    The closest hotel within walking distance from Heathrow (LHR) is the Sofitel Heathrow. It’s around a 5 minutes walk from Terminal 5 and you can reach it via a covered walkway. There are many other hotels suited to all budgets around a 10min taxi ride away.

  • Where can I exchange money at Heathrow (LHR)?

    Travelex has lots of branches in both Terminals 2 and 5. Opening hours vary but are approximately 04:45 to 22:00 daily. There are also lots of ATMs where you can withdraw money directly.

  • What are the most convenient hotel locations at London Heathrow?

    The most convenient hotel districts for London Heathrow are Gloucester Road and Earl's Court. Earl's Court is known more for budget hotels like Best Western and Premier Inn, while Gloucester Road has more of the larger four- and five-star hotels.

  • Are there direct flights from New York to London?

    Yes. The main arrival airport in London with direct flights from New York is London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It’s possible to find nonstop flights from two New York airports, both John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). These connections are operated by various airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Airlines, British Airways, United Airlines, and JetBlue.

  • Which is the best arrival airport if I want to visit Buckingham Palace?

    There are two international airports in London with direct train and subway connections to the iconic Buckingham Palace. London Heathrow Airport (LHR), for instance, is just 1 hour away on the Piccadilly subway line. On the other hand, Gatwick Airport (GLW) is about 45 minutes away on the Gatwick Express or Southern train line.

  • Is there public transportation from London Heathrow Airport to the center of London?

    There are various public transportation routes to get from London’s main international airport, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), to the city center. By train, the connection takes from 15 to 30 minutes and you can expect to pay from around £7 to £25 ($8.75 to $31.25). As for the subway, it can cost about £4 ($5), and take more or less 50 minutes.

  • Are there any accessibility services available for travelers at LHR upon their arrival?

    Yes, if a passenger requires any special assistance for getting through London Heathrow Airport (LHR) upon their arrival from New York, they may book the service prior to their departure. Mobility devices are available to passengers if necessary, as well as help exiting the terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to London?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to London was $174 for a one-way ticket and $492 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and London?

    A passport is required to fly from New York to London.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to London?

    New York is served by 3 major airports and there are 6 airports in London. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving in London at one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, or London Stansted.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to London?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to London flight route: British Airways, JetBlue, Finnair, American Airlines, Iberia, Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and Air France.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to London?

    The Boeing 767-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to London?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and London, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to London?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to London on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to London, Delta or Finnair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to London are Delta and Finnair. With an average price for the route of $608 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $586 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to London?

    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 New York to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from New York 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 New York to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to London?

    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 London from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to London

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $237 or less one-way and $500 or less round-trip.
  • If you are connecting to a flight to another destination after your flight from New York to London, you generally will not have to pick up your checked bags. Once you exit the plane, you can follow the purple signs for flight connections. You will need to pass through border control and, if you are going to a different terminal, you may have to pass through security again.
  • By far the most budget-friendly way to get to London from the airport is the London underground. One thing to note is that, while this is an excellent option for your wallet, it may prove difficult if you have a lot of baggage to carry since space may be tight and there will be quite a few escalators and stairs to navigate.
  • If you’d like to relax in a lounge before flying, at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) you’ll fly out from Terminal 1, 2, or 4 depending on the airline. Terminal 1 offers the Air France and Lufthansa lounges. In Terminal 2 there’s the Delta Sky Club, and Terminal 4 has a plethora of lounges including Delta Sky Club, Virgin Clubhouse, and Wing Tips. If you’re flying from Newark (EWR), each terminal offers several lounges. Terminal A has the American Airlines lounge, Terminal B has the Delta Sky Club and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and Terminal C has the United Club.
  • Since you will likely want to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight from New York to London, an excellent way to pass the time before your trip will be a must. British Airways First Lounge takes airport lounges to a new level. This lounge features a wine room, an opulent bar, and a secluded work area, as well as an upscale dining room. With upscale features like these, you will be downright disappointed when they call for boarding for your flight.
  • For families with infants, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has several nursing rooms around the airport. There are nursing stations in Terminal 1 by the Air France lounge, by Gate C70 in Terminal 2, and at Gates A3 and B31 or by the West Retail Hall in Terminal 4. At Newark, there are also plenty of nursing stations in Terminals A, B, and C.
  • If you or a member of your family needs help with accessibility, both John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark (EWR) offer full wheelchair services, oxygen, and kerbside unloading areas for passengers and baggage. Any help should be arranged directly with your airline. Within the airport, there is customer care staff on standby to assist – look for them in their red jackets.
  • For travelers seeking to change money before they fly, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has several places where you can do so. In Terminal 1 there’s a currency exchange shop at the departures level W near the concourse gates 1–3. In Terminal 2, there’s a Travelex branch near Gate 61. Newark (EWR) has multiple Travelex branches in Terminals B and C.
  • If you’re traveling from New York to London with your four-legged friend, there are pet relief areas available. At both John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), you’ll find at least one service animal/pet relief location in each terminal.
  • Gone are the days of needing to go to a U.S. bank to get a bunch of European currency or traveler's checks before your trip. ATMs are just as plentiful in Europe as in the United States and the fees and exchange rates you will pay using your debit card to make purchases or get cash will be far less than traveler's checks and credit cards.
  • When you’re looking to blow off some steam or relax before the long-haul flight from New York to London, there are services that can help ease any nervous travelers. At John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), it’s possible to get a massage before your flight in terminals 1, 4, and 5, as well as in Terminal C of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
  • When looking to book your flights from New York to London, there are different airports to consider flying out of. Nonetheless, the major departure airport with the most international flight options, including nonstop flights to London, is John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 
  • If you’re looking to book a flight from New York to London, you will most likely find more routes and options flying into the main international airport that serves the city, London Heathrow Airport (LHR). This is currently the airport in London operating most of the direct flights from New York.
  • For those planning to travel on board British Airways flights from New York to London, keep in mind that the airline’s hub is located at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Due to this, there may be more flight routes to this London airport from both JFK and EWR in New York.
  • For travelers looking to fly from New York to London, you have a range of flights and airports to choose from. In New York you can fly either from JFK or Newark (EWR), arriving in Heathrow (LHR). Daytime flights generally go from JFK to Heathrow (LHR), with Virgin Atlantic, KLM, or Air France. Overnight options include Austrian Airlines and United Airlines flights from Newark (EWR) to Heathrow (LHR). If you prefer to fly from LaGuardia (LGA), there are indirect flights via Orlando with British Airways, or via Charlotte (CLA) with American Airlines.
  • Upon landing on your flight from New York to London, you will need to clear both U.K. Border Force passport control and U.K. customs. While there is no guaranteed way to speed up this process, one way to expedite the procedure is by signing up for the U.K. registered traveler service. Members will enjoy faster entry at passport control since you can use ePassport gates and will not have to fill out a landing card, undergo an interview, or have any fingerprints taken as a visa holder.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to London?

 
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Direct departures

New York to London

Monday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +3 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +3 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +3 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +4 more

Thursday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +3 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +4 more

Saturday

American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, +3 more

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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8014 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
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The plant way delayed departing by 3 hours. It was an old airplane with broken seats and armrests. The bathroom made a hollering sound. A really crappy flight experience and travel day all around.

2.0 MediocrePeter, Dec 2025
JFK - MEM
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The plant way delayed departing by 3 hours. It was an old airplane with broken seats and armrests. The bathroom made a hollering sound. A really crappy flight experience and travel day all around.

None of the airplane features were available during the flight.

Original flight was cancelled and when i was rebooked by the airline, they couldn't seat me in the same type of seat as I had originally booked (went from window/aisle to middle/middle and one was a bulkhead seat, and other wasn't in the same class)

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Plenty of leg room, temperature was great and staff was excellent. Would do it more often.

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight was great. The gate location was way to far away!!!

Passengers need to check in big baggage instead of bringing on the plane. That cause inconvenience for everyone. Otherwise flight was good.

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Great crew - old style upper class seats on the older fleet now feels dated

Premium economy more comfortable than economy, but not by much. Did was awful, do not try the omelette. Flight crew were helpful. Flight was delayed by over an hour. Overall but bad, arrived safely and thank God.

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

Flight and crew were great. United didn't inform crew of immigration process which was disappointing!

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Friendly and professional flight crew. Aside from departure delay after boarding, easy flight and smooth landing.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

Food was poorly timed and not good.. Hand held snacks, really. I kept asking for water and never got any. Service was rushed for a 7-hour flight.

Boarding was organized. Old plane. Seat fairly comfortable. Business Class much too large so you don’t receive as much attention as you should considering what you pay for the seat.

I had no checked baggage but was required to hand over carry on baggage at the door of the plane. There was a lot of overboard space in the plane and I was one of the last ones. I ran to get my carry on but it was gone. I was given back at the plane door in Toronto, so the wait was not as long as it would have been at the carousel.

This flight was perfect. No complaints and only the highest regard for the crew and ground staff and how they executed perfectly. I fly a lot with United and would request predictability and transparency in their operations instead of last minute changes.

The food should improve! And The flight should leave on time and not make the traveler wait.

The friendly staff. They kept time. Was suprised to get some drinks.

We did not even get on this flight as the plane never left London. I missed the email that was sent mid morning USA time, so we were not aware the flight was cancelled. There was absolutely no help from the staff at the Norse check in gates, we were told to take a picture of the board they were holding up, to try and claim our money back. We were told to book our own flights to London which ended up costing $10000 due to the last minute. And now we have to return to Miami in 2 weeks. I am not holding my breath about getting on board for that flight either.

Great experience. The flight was smooth with very little turbulence. We were in premium classic, so lots of leg room.

Didn’t know you had to pay for earbuds and food on flight. Sounds awesome and better way to not waste food or items. Comfort of flight is was amazing other than that

Unexpectedly was surprised with the space on flight in economy and the price.

I was not expecting having to pay for headphones, water and basic food in a 9 hours flight. Price for this flight was as high as any other, still I had to pay 4 lbs for a can of sprite. On top of that flight attendance gave a bothered look when I asked her for some ice for my soda. She reluctantly when to get it, brought me literally 3 cubes and walked away without looking at me to avoid another request. I couldn’t believe it. She was soooo rude. I will never book on Norse again and I will let everyone I know about this. Unforgivable, very bad customer service.

Great crew. Customer support is pretty much non existent. I had 2 tickets that were not used, the flight was overbooked. I think I should have been reimbursed for the unused tickets.

The movies were super old. The crew did not offer WATER???? 5 hours os flight and did not get WATER? Norse is the worst company I ever used and never will use again.

Why call us to board if we’re going to be made to stand in the tunnel for 20 minutes. Really hard for people with little children. Plus it took me ages to check in because my seat in Premium was overbooked so I didn’t actually have a seat. I did end up receiving my seat in Premium but there was a lot of stress and confusion beforehand. Hope is it possible to overbook seats? Especially in Premium!

We flew one way from Gatwick, London to JFK NY For 2 people $1200 and no food offered not even water. You had to buy food. Norse advertises as a low fare transatlantic airline, they may want rethink that. Crew, flight was fine. Ironically we flew American from JFK to Heathrow for $1000 (2people) and included food and drinks.

I travelled in business class and was disappointed by lack of service, curt and borderline rude time of the crew and to top it off, all of my luggage was delayed. It was like pulling teeth to even report the missing luggage and recover it the next day from the airport.

Boarding was poor. All groups called immediately one after the other resulting in a long queue in the jetty/jet bridge. Seats were very hard and and did not recline on a 4.5 hour flight. No food was available. Plane was cold. There was no entertainment.

The cramped seats are cruel and unusual punishment and may violate the Geneva code.

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

The flight was excellent in World Travellor plus. Well worth the extra money. Boarding at Phoenix was the usual poorly organized event. Very stressful.

Although business class, the seating was really cramped. The food was so so.

Smooth trip no turbulence which is always a bonus for me lol! In cattle class so an element of being a bit squished (but not as bad as other shorter haul airlines) smaller plane than the one we flew out on and entertainment system wasn’t as modern but still definitely passed the time. Lovely crew x

Flying on the Boeing 787 from Seattle to London was everything that I expected. Every thing was great.

Seat pitch is not enough to eat comfortably. When seat in front is reclined, your screen comes closer to your face. Ryanair seats are actually more comfortable.

The leg from Portland to Heathrow was great for a business class ticket. The BA leg from Heathrow to Lisbon was terrible. Basically coach seating with an empty seat between you and next passenger. Absolutely no leg room. Should not have been charged for business class and it was a 3 hour flight.

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