Flying from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are the two main airports in New York.
Hop on a direct New York to London Heathrow Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
London is five hours ahead of New York. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 141 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from JFK to LHR is the 12:20am British Airways service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 11:59pm with Virgin Atlantic.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can hop on a direct flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Direct flights from New York to London Heathrow Airport are offered by a good number of airlines at JFK. Book your seat with any of these:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between JFK and LHR is British Airways.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is jetBlue.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from New York to LHR with a stopover. To explore your options departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JFK and LHR include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Shannon Airport (SNN)
JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Looking to fly out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
United Airlines offers direct flights from New York to LHR departing from EWR. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
United ranks number one in bookings on the EWR to LHR route.
British Airways is the most reliable carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and London Heathrow Airport, with 77.5% of its services landing on time.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and LHR:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to LHR flight:
71% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Searching for a plane ticket from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to LHR:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to London Heathrow Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land when they should. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Have a late flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LHR and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your New York to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to London Heathrow Airport is ج.م. 11,581. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 23,839. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to LHR.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on New York to London Heathrow Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is when most people visit London. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in January.
Before locking in your New York to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to London Heathrow Airport:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to tick off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
