The busiest transatlantic route. London to New York is the ultimate business and leisure corridor with dozens of daily flights.
The route from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) is served by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, United, Norse Atlantic. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines and Delta and United and Norse Atlantic operate on this route with 30+ daily departures. Flight duration is approximately 7h 45m.
The best time to book flights from London to New York is typically 2-5 months before departure. January-March and November offer the best prices, 40-50% below summer. Black Friday sales often have deals under $300 round trip. For the best prices, compare across multiple airlines including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, United, Norse Atlantic. Set price alerts and be flexible with your travel dates to maximize savings.
Direct flights take approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes east to west, benefiting from tailwinds. The return New York to London takes about 7 hours.
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the primary UK carriers. American, Delta, United, and Norse Atlantic also serve this route from Heathrow and Gatwick.
January-March and November offer the best prices, 40-50% below summer. Black Friday sales often have deals under $300 round trip.
Round trip fares start around $360. Premium economy from $700-1,100. Business class from $1,800-3,000. Norse Atlantic offers budget fares from Gatwick.
Most flights depart from Heathrow (LHR). Virgin Atlantic and Norse Atlantic also fly from Gatwick (LGW). British Airways flies to both JFK and Newark.