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Flights from New York to London

Nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to London (LHR) take about 7h 26m (5,540 km). British Airways, jetBlue and Virgin Atlantic fly it. Lowest fare seen: $221 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

Also covers EWR–LHR.

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When you land in London

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

British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

LHR → London, booked before you fly

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Airlines flying New York to London

Carriers on JFK–LHR 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✈ Virgin Atlanticnonstop fare seen

New York to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $186 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$18624 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$27911 Nov 2026$254 · 2 stops11 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$2821 Dec 2026$269 · 1 stop10 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$29728 Jan 2027 · Virgin Atlantic$276 · 1 stop18 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$29525 Feb 2027 · Virgin Atlantic$276 · 1 stop25 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$2913 Mar 2027$271 · 1 stop3 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$2911 Apr 2027$290 · 1 stop1 Apr 2027
May 2027$2949 May 2027 · British Airways$284 · 1 stop9 May 2027
Jun 2027$41426 Jun 2027 · Virgin Atlantic$403 · 1 stop26 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $186 in October 2026, against $269 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (New York to London, 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 London

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UK 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 — New York to London flights

How long is the flight from New York to London?
A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to London (LHR) 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 New York from London by air?
The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 5,540 km (3,442 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from New York to London?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the JFK–LHR route include British Airways, jetBlue and Virgin Atlantic. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from New York to London cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JFK–LHR was $221 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 22 Mar 2027, 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 New York to London?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $186 one-way, against $403 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to UK?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK 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 London?
UK 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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