A dramatic view of the skyscrapers of New York City captured from the Brooklyn Bridge. — flights from London to New York
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Flights from London to New York

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) take about 7h 26m (5,540 km). British Airways and jetBlue fly it. Lowest fare seen: $425 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

Also covers LHR–EWR.

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When you land in New York

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Aircraft waiting on JFK airport apron with New York City skyline in the background. — arriving in New York

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying London to New York

Carriers on LHR–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen

London to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $451 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $318. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$85827 Oct 2026$494 · 2 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$4625 Nov 2026$324 · 2 stops19 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$4538 Dec 2026$318 · 2 stops14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$45125 Jan 2027$321 · 2 stops18 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$4848 Feb 2027 · jetBlue$324 · 2 stops8 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$46716 Mar 2027$328 · 2 stops9 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$50229 Apr 2027$339 · 2 stops29 Apr 2027
May 2027$49811 May 2027$368 · 2 stops11 May 2027
Jul 2027$6089 Jul 2027 · British Airways$416 · 1 stop9 Jul 2027
Sept 2027$4648 Sept 2027$389 · 2 stops8 Sept 2027
Oct 2027$5741 Oct 2027 · British Airways$421 · 1 stop1 Oct 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $324 for November 2026, $318 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 11 of 11 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — London to New York flights

How long is the flight from London to New York?
A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) takes about 7h 26m, covering 5,540 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is London from New York by air?
The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 5,540 km (3,442 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London to New York?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–JFK route include British Airways and jetBlue. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London to New York cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–JFK was $425 USD sold by American Airlines (nonstop), departing 2 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $318 one-way, against $494 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to New York?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $336 with 2 stops against $425 nonstop, a saving of $89. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit New York?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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