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Cheapest round-trip
$528
Typical prices: $650-$1,186
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/10Tue 11/13
JFK - LHR • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$531
Typical prices: $647-$1,203
Norse Atlantic UK
Tue 9/25Tue 10/2
JFK - LGW • Non-stop
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For long US-London flights, Premium Economy on BA, AA, Delta, Virgin, and Iberia adds comfort.
British Airways notes 7-inch legroom in premium economy; AA adds meals and amenity kits.
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You can fly direct with British Airways, American Airlines and others. Average duration is 8h 20m.
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Cheap Flights to London

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to London

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 9:35 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
35h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
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6:40 am - 3:45 pmLHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$528Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 9:35 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
35h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:45 pmLHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$528Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 20
Air Canada Logo
1:10 pm - 7:10 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
13h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
1:00 pm - 9:31 pmLHR  London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
13h 31m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$530Air Canada
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2
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6:20 pm - 6:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mnonstop
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1:05 pm - 3:55 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mnonstop
$531Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6
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6:20 pm - 6:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 10:25 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 50m2 stops Hamburg Dublin
$531Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 pm - 6:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mnonstop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
1:05 pm - 3:55 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 50mnonstop
$532Norse Atlantic UK
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 19
Air Canada Logo
11:55 am - 6:30 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-LHR London Heathrow
13h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
1:00 pm - 7:06 pmLHR  London Heathrow-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 06m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$534Air Canada
Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 6:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
7h 00mnonstop
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9:35 am - 10:25 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
17h 50m2 stops Hamburg Dublin
$535Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:25 pm - 10:50 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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12:15 pm - 6:00 pmLHR  London Heathrow-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$540Icelandair
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:25 pm - 10:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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11:55 am - 6:00 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 05m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$554Icelandair
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to London

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

What is the cheapest flight to London?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to London is the cheapest route at $528 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to London?

A round-trip flight to London costs $855 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from New York average $683, while Boston runs a bit higher at $710.

What is the cheapest day to fly to London?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to London at $864 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $953.

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to London with an average price of $657 round-trip.
  • June ($1,231) and July ($1,078) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to London?

Morning flights to London are the cheapest at $790 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $946.

What is a good deal for flights to London?

Flights under $650 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to London at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • New York $528
  • Boston $535
  • Orlando $574
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When are flights to London the cheapest?

Flights to London are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 9% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to London

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways, LCY, LTN, LHR, STN, SEN and LGW

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Key details for flights to London

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$189
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights to London

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

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to London 
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Mar 2026
Take early morning flights to adjust to weather-related delays.
PamFlew with American Airlines-Mar 2026
Book premium economy. The extra comfort is worth it.
MichaelFlew with Delta-May 2026
We like Delta, Alaska and American. Be prepared for a bit of a trek from your arrival gate to Customs and outside services. Heathrow doesn't rank high on my list of major airports.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Apr 2026
Heathrow is too gigantic to have less than 2 hours of layover time.
TaniaFlew with British Airways-Apr 2026
Heathrow airport has become one of the worst airports. Way too massive, like Amsterdam's, way too much walking & navigating. Better have 3 hours for connections and prepare to walk for HALF OF THAT time. LHR was 1 of the best airports 60 yrs ago. Don't expect it to stay same but now its a nightmare. For older folks I suggest using a less massive airport in UK and for American Airlines to do same.
DarleneFlew with British Airways-Mar 2026
Plan on a crazy, crowded experience in terminal 3! Find a resturarant to camp in to remove yourself from the pandamonium
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Dec 2025
Jst take one cashing bag no checked luggage-so much easier
MarilynFlew with British Airways-Feb 2026
Meeting a friend at Heathrow was difficult as there are many terminals so far apart. Access to the train was great and an easy way to get to the downtown area.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia-Jan 2026
Buy your flight directly from the airline because the cancellation process is purgatory
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Nov 2025
Sit at the back near the toilets and the food service, you’ll get served quicker lol x
GeraldFlew with Virgin Atlantic-Jun 2025
Virgin Atlantic uses terminal 3. Much faster clearing customs than terminal 5
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2025
Make sure you do not need the transit visa.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jun 2025
Get a wheel chair if you have difficulty walking
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-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-May 2025
Heathrow has good signage. There are lots of people going to the same terminal waiting for the train. Be patient and when you have connecting flights choose a 2-hour layover.
LisaFlew with British Airways-May 2025
Make sure you have enough time in London if you have a transfer flight. I would recommend at least 2 hours.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2025
Be ready for checking luggage and going through security. We did and sailed right through.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia-May 2025
Get to the airport early so you’re relaxed. Con yourself into believing it’s bedtime and try to sleep so that you can keep going all day when you get there. If you can afford more comfy seats it might be worth it - though I always have the cheap ones so I can’t say for sure. Try very hard not to. sit in the middle. I’m small and the guy next to me played games all night and didn’t care that he continually ( with every move) jabbed me with his arm. This was my first flight with Cheap Flights and it was far less convenient than other times I’ve flown overseas.
RadicalFlew with American Airlines-May 2025
Don’t put everything in your gate check bags. Make sure you have clothes in your carry on
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2025
Make sure you have plenty of time between flights if you are delayed.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia-May 2025
Take a pillow you can sleep on and rest.
JamesFlew with American Airlines-Apr 2025
Try to avoid Heathrow! Not the most convenient to get into London unless you have a driver. Also, Heathrow needs better signs on where to go to exit and better wifi for foreign travelers.
TressaFlew with Lufthansa-Dec 2024
Make your layover longer because you will need it for all the walking at Heathrow
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Feb 2025
Don’t take a flight if you sick, or if you have no choice prepare to stay covered with mask throughout the flight
DinaFlew with United Airlines-Jan 2025
Anticipate delays, prepare for long walks through Heathrow to baggage claim or for connections.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Oct 2024
Eat well before boarding if you’re a picky eater.
TapanFlew with British Airways-Oct 2024
Great baggage policy in BA.. The worst part was experience at London Heathrow airport. Security was slow, too many people. Almost lost connecting flight even with 2 hours layover.
EllenFlew with British Airways-Oct 2024
Do not check your bag if at all possible, especially if you have a connecting flight. Your bag will not make it.
RachelFlew with American Airlines-Nov 2024
London Heathrow is absolutely disorganized. You need 2 hours between flights at a minimum.
HashemFlew with United Airlines-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
CraigFlew with United Airlines-Jun 2024
Get to beginning of boarding group early. Bring as little on board as possible due to small overhead bin space.
PaulFlew with British Airways-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.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Mar 2024
Be prepared to not have WiFi. The plane itself was a nice comfortable plane. The service from the crew is excellent. I always bring my own headset during a flight, so I would suggest doing that.
JordanFlew with British Airways-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.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Mar 2024
Pack your own food if you have dietary restrictions and fly other airlines if possible
MichelleFlew with British Airways-May 2024
Make sure you separate your luggage tags from your tickets
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
Bring a sack lunch -- airport food was very expensive.
VaitsaFlew with British Airways-Apr 2024
Be early and pay attention to gate changes.
KariFlew with British Airways-May 2024
Always check to confirm your assistance is in system. No wheelchair waiting for me in London. Had no clue about airport or how to get around. Got lost easy
leaniepenneFlew with British Airways-Jan 2024
Dress appropriate for the season and be comfortable, arrive early for checking in case there are unexpected changes or delays.
AaronFlew with American Airlines-Dec 2023
Find a flight where you are allowed to choose your seats before the day of boarding for anything international.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways-Jan 2024
Leave plenty of time if connecting in London as most connecting flights are in a different terminal which requires a bus or tram ride. Also if you’re not at the gate 30 minutes ahead they will not let you on the plane. Apparently this is a Heathrow not airline rule.
ShaunaFlew with British Airways-Dec 2023
I would suggest calling the airline to make sure that their TV screens work on the back of the seats, and if they don’t work that the entertainment option would work on your cell phones.
CurtFlew with American Airlines-Dec 2023
If you are connecting especially in bad weather pack spare clothes / travel sized toiletries in your carry-on.
JustinFlew with Norse Atlantic UK-Feb 2024
Travel in relaxed clothes. Don’t over-eat. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.

Your questions about flights to London, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which London airport is closest to downtown?

    London City Airport (LCY) is the closest in terms of physical proximity to the downtown area and can be reached via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) and city buses. However, most of its flights are short hauls to mainland Europe. If your flight to London originated across the Atlantic, chances are that Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the best airport option for quick access to the city.

  • Which London airport offers good services for families traveling with children?

    Both Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (GBR) have excellent facilities for families and children. Heathrow’s Stay & Play is available in Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 and features slides, play spots, and separate areas for babies and young children. At Gatwick, there are Kids zones in both the North and South Terminals, both of which provide play areas and free TV for young travelers.

  • Can I store my luggage at Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    Layovers are frequent at Heathrow Airport (LHR). The airport has excellent luggage storage facilities managed by Excess Baggage Company, where storage duration determines charges. Baggage and luggage can be stored for a few hours or up to 90 days. 0-3 hours will cost you £7.50 and 3-24 hours will cost you £12.50.

  • Are there good restaurants in Heathrow?

    Heathrow Airport (LHR) has an expansive restaurant selection, ranging from fine dining to quick bites. Additionally, you can even order your food in advance from participating restaurants via the LHR London Heathrow Airport app. Furthermore, many restaurants in Heathrow offer 15-minute menus, as they understand that every minute counts during your travels.

  • How many terminals does Heathrow Airport have?

    Heathrow Airport (LHR) has four terminals: Terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5. Travelers can walk through the pedestrian underpass from terminals 2 to 3 and vice versa. You can use the free shuttle trains or underground London services when connecting to other terminals. Moving from one airport terminal to another takes about 20 minutes.

  • Which airport is closest to Buckingham Palace?

    Buckingham Palace is recognized worldwide as home to the royal family. The state rooms are open to the public for ten weeks during the summer and selected days during winter and spring. London City Airport (LCY) is the closest to the palace, 9.2 miles away. Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 15 miles, London Gatwick Airport (GBR) is 34 miles, London Luton Airport (GBR) is 34.3 miles, and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 39.5 miles from the palace.

  • How do I get to the city from London City Airport (LCY)?

    There are various ways to get into the city from London City Airport (LCY). First, you can take a public bus which takes 50 minutes to the city and will cost £5 (about $6). A Taxi ride costs £41 ($50) and takes 15 minutes. A train ride costs £5 (about $6) and takes 21 minutes and lastly, a shuttle ride costs £58 (about $50) and will take you 21 minutes.

  • What services are there for business travelers in Heathrow?

    Heathrow has bookable meeting rooms, such as its Regus Express business lounge, which can be rented by the hour. Along with their premium lounges, business travelers can also rent cell phones and pre-order foreign currency in advance, ensuring that the required currency will be available upon arrival. These services further enhance the convenience for business travelers.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at London?

    British Airways operates the most flights from the United States to London at 337 per week, and for this route British Airways is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to London. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airports serve London?

    Flights to London arrive at: London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

  • What airports serve London and the surrounding area?

    Flights to London can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Nearby alternatives within 50.0 mi of London include London City (LCY). This airport is not in in London itself, but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and where you are headed in the area.

  • How long are nonstop flights to London from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to London varies depending on your departure city:
    • from New Orleans: 8h 40m
    • from Philadelphia: 7h 00m
    • from Cincinnati: 7h 40m
    • from Detroit: 7h 25m
    • from Nashville: 8h 10m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to London?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to London are from:
    • New York, from $528 round-trip

  • How many flights serve London?

    London receives 120 flights per day and 842 per week from across the world. New York has the most flights to London, with 208 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to London is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to London is around $650 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to London?

    Last-minute fares to London – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 5% above the average round-trip fare of $855.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to London?

Your guide to booking London flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to London, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 9% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to London, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $650 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to London around February. Round-trip fares historically average $657 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $156 per round-trip. Morning flights to London average $790 compared to $946 for noon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to London, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, British Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Virgin Atlantic includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Norse Atlantic UK includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in London, a few great places to start are Paddington Station, Central London and London Victoria Station. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • When traveling with a lot of luggage and flying to Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can request porter services available at the airport. You can hail a porter in the baggage halls, and they will assist you with your luggage. Porters charge £30 for 1-8 bags and operate from 6 am to 9 pm.
  • If you love animal therapy, you should consider landing at London Southend Airport (SEN). The airport has partnered with Essex Therapy Dogs to provide therapy dogs. These dogs roam around the airport's terminals seeking to ease the anxiety and stress travelers face.
  • The No1 Lounge at Heathrow Terminal 3 is a serene refuge in one of the world's busiest airports, perfect for travelers on long layovers. It features snack machines, cozy seating, and complimentary buffet-style food options. The fully stocked bar offers a wide selection of premium beverages. The lounge provides various seating areas, including a mini cinema, a bistro with high tables for work and snacks, a lounge area with comfortable sofas, and private meeting spaces.
  • Are you landing at Heathrow Airport (LHR)? If you would like a quiet place to meditate, take advantage of the multi-faith prayer rooms available. You can find the rooms at Terminal 2 Gate A21, Terminal 3 Gate 24, Terminal 4 Mezzanine Level, Terminal 4 Gate4, and Terminal 5 Gates A8, B34, and C52. The prayer rooms are open from 7 am to 7 pm.
  • If duty-free shopping is one of the perks you enjoy while traveling, then Heathrow Airport (LHR) is definitely the airport to visit. Not only do they offer an extensive range of luxury stores and products, but you can also save time by pre-ordering purchases a day in advance, allowing you to skip the lines. Additionally, Heathrow Reward members earn points with every purchase, which can later be redeemed for miles and various other perks.
  • Landing at any of the six international airports in London guarantees an excellent travel experience. These airports have passenger assistants to help travelers navigate through the airports and special assistance programs for those who require extra help. Programs such as the Sunflower Lanyard at London Luton Airport (GBR) and London Southend Airport (SEN), as well as the Blue Badge scheme at Heathrow Airport (LHR), assist airport employees in identifying travelers who may need additional assistance.
  • Inter-terminal movements are often unavoidable at Heathrow Airport (LHR). If you land at the airport, you will need to obtain a free inter-terminal ticket from one of the machines at the station in order to use the airport shuttles. However, if you have a connecting flight at Heathrow, you won't need to use the shuttles. The airport provides frequent flight connections and buses to take you to the next terminal without leaving the passenger-only area.
  • Flights to London can land you in any number of airports serving the greater London area. Six international airports service London and, in terms of number of passengers served, they rank as follows: Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (GBR), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (GBR), London City Airport (LCY) and London Southend Airport (SEN). Lucky travelers flying to London have a plethora of options.
  • The most popular airport, Heathrow Airport (LHR) easily connects to the London Underground and can be reached via the Piccadilly Line. Travel time should be under an hour and a single-way fare will be upwards of £6 (around USD $8.00). Heathrow has three separate stations on the London Underground: one for terminals 2 and 3 and one each for terminals 4 and 5.
  • Landing at London Gatwick Airport (GBR)? There are several popular ways to reach the city from the airport. Trains run to London Bridge and Victoria, and many locations around the city are reachable from London Blackfriars. As if that weren't enough, coaches and shuttle buses also offer services to numerous other locations across the city.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to London

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to London? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8504 reviews
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
Airline reviews

The crew were efficient. The pilots seemed professional. It was a bit chilly in our seats. The sheet provided weren’t very helpful.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2026
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The crew were efficient. The pilots seemed professional. It was a bit chilly in our seats. The sheet provided weren’t very helpful.

The Boarding process was great. Particularly since my wife and I require assistance. The flight attendants were amazing. We travel frequently; they honestly were a cut above. 😀

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

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

Great. Very smooth. Plenty of information. However, wish they would give out a menu in advance of making a dinner choice like other international airlines. The flight attendant says chicken or pasta and there are details about ingredients or spices requiring the passenger to ask which requires the flight attendant to answer many times. So easy to solve this problem. P

All fine save for the abominable catering. Really gone downhill. We found it all inedible.

Late flight caused a missed connection, had to be put on a later international flight without my requested vegan meal.

Half the bathrooms assigned to economy were out of action

The crew members were great. The food was good. Entertainment was average - Could use a wider and better selections of movies and series.

Flight was cancelled after 3 1/2 hours. Support for rebooking was overwhelmed. Lost first class tickets and to fly economy.

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

I was very disappointed with my experience at the United Airlines baggage check. The representative was rude and unhelpful. I was required to remove approximately 1.5 pounds from my two checked bags, even though it was a very small amount over the limit. The interaction was unnecessarily unpleasant, and I expected much better customer service. I hope United will review this incident and provide additional customer service training to its staff.

Cree was organized and pleasant. Plane had good seating but as it’s a shuttle toilets hadn’t been thoroughly cleaned (eg. bins too full)

Some flight attendants were great others were cranky. Seats were very tight and sitting on an aisle was very hard as the carts and people walking constantly bumped shoulder and arm.

Although the flight was delayed the crew and the flight itself were very good. Couldn't fault anything and after the disappointment of being abandoned in the US by BA it was a welcome relief to travel with United

Liked fold flat bed. Didn’t like having no window. Didn’t like poor choice of food and being served dinner very late, hours after take off of a 7:40pm flight. Servers not friendly. Food horrible in business class.

The flight was heavily booked so boarding was a lengthy process. The FA’s were rather abrupt during this process but became more gracious as the flight went on. Breakfast (puffed pastry and chewy sausage) was pretty horrible but there was fruit and yogurt which they didn’t mess up. Overall it was fine.

Fight was delayed an hour due to operational issues ,then further delayed due to ground control for a total of about 1.30 hours. Salad was completely frozen and flatware was so cold you could barely handle it. Crew was friendly and professional and the flight was smooth. The aircraft was clean and well-serviced.

Waited for our plane from HNL so we didn't miss connection. AMAZING Service for that, then really clean plane. Nice airline attendants.

Horrible! I paid for a straight flight from Chicago to London. A week before trip it changed and now I had a connecting flight. Our flight was delayed an hour and a half because our flight crew was still flying in from CA. Forty passengers ran from one plane to the next. The next United Airlines flight was delayed two to three hours because of mechanical difficulties. They had to ready another plane which took time. I missed my scheduled excursion in London. 😢

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

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

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.

Good overall. Cannot fault the airlines. I have had better entertainment systems before ie ice in Emirates but it was not too bad. Food was decent and staff were friendly.

Miami airport needs more thorough signage. It was a long walk from my transport point to the check in desk,

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

My only complaint is that the pocket in front of me was ripped and my things, like iPad and airline magazines, kept slipping to the floor.

Flight delayed yet again. Crew apathetic and unhelpful re affect on connecting flight.

I think Virgin is one of the best flying experiences, especially from/to the UK. The staff are so helpful and fun, the food is good, seats comfortable, goof entertainment and great value. Check in and boarding is pretty pain free. I also find that the other passengers are generally so kind and considerate than when I've flown other airlines.

Comfort in premium economy is worth it for long hauls especially on the 787-9P Dreamliner with the modern updates. The food was okay. All 4 of us selected the same meal, 2 of us had very dry hard to cut chicken, the other 2 were tender and good. The sides/salad/dessert all very good as far as airline food goes. Crew were very attentive. Will be hard to ever go back to regular economy!

Crew was great! Food sub-bar, tepid & flavorless. No snack options on trans-atlantic flight. Premium Economy seats ok, leg rest wouldn’t stay in place.

Entertainment system did not function. USB ports did not function. Wi-Fi did not function. Terrible trifecta…

Luggage did not make it onto my plane. Business seats were economy with empty row seat. Just horrible experience. Why would the company allow for transfers that don’t give employees enough time to transfer luggages??

For an long range economy flight I feel more space and more meal options need to be offered for flights over 5 hours

The check in agents in PHL and gate agents had to have been the rudest women that I have ever encountered; the agent weighing the bags at check in screamed continuously at all of the guests as did the woman at the gate.I have Executive Platinum status with AA and fly a lot with AA but these ladies were the absolute worst I had the displeasure to encounter!

B-class on an old plane with antiquated amenities and poor service. Landed in Rome w/o bag that didn’t make the connection (plenty of time in London). Bag will come to hotel NOT the day it lands but the following night!! Still waiting for bag…BA had nothing to offer in support and couldn’t even tell me their comp, told to submit receipts and then I’ll learn what is or isn’t covered.

It's a long flight and that is always difficult. I was comfortable and well. The movies available were great and the crew was good.

Premium Economy Good crew, good service, excellent food. Seat back screen just not bright enough.

Flight was delayed an no one cares, or try to help passengers to get the conexión.

Boarding from the SFO lounge is a big improvement. Although the first class dining room inside the lounge is becoming very crowded.

we originally had premium economy seats when we booked, but because we were forced to re-book because the first leg of our journey was delayed for several hours, we had to fly economy. Less room, less comfortable.

Flight was fine. We were in business class, so lie-flat seats were appreciated. Kids were in premium and said it was nice. Flight was delayed by 3 hours, so we missed everything we had planned in London the first day.

Spent unnecessary hours on phone calls to resolve small error on one of the passengers name... It was extremely stressful and time consuming... Not great... Also all 4 members of the family: 2 parents/ 2 teenagers were allocated separate seats (even separate floors... Not great...

Comfortable seats, good service overall. The food could’ve been a little bit better. The boarding process was slightly chaotic and in fairness, not all of that is related to the performance of British Airways.

The chairs were a bit tight even though I had extra feet space…2nd plane didn’t have entertainment and even though they said there was free WiFi-I believe the free WiFi wasn’t accessible unless u had some account set up….which I didn’t figure out

As I remember my last BA flight - mediocre at best. Uncomfortable with poor and minimal food and drinks. Screen broke shortly into flight so didn’t have access to entertainment either.

They gave away my business class seat. No explanation and no apology. Told me I had to take the downgrade if I wanted to get to India. Then no WiFi for 10 hours. Just ridiculous. We should not work with this company at Deloitte. They don’t know how to run a business.

Work being done at DIA made it difficult to find BA desk.

The airplane was refreshingly silent in flight than Airbuses, landing was very soft and secure. Food was also warm and light , not a big fan of curry though. Staff was polite, discrete, professional and helpful.

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