Cheap flights from London to New York
London to New York is one of the busiest long-haul routes in the world, so there are dozens of daily flights and plenty of competition on price.
Lowest recent price found. Prices change – always check the final price before booking.
Cheapest vs typical fare
Recent return fares from London to New York. The gap is what comparing can save you.
“Typical” is the middle price among recent fares we found for this route. Prices change constantly and are not guaranteed.
Airlines on this route
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, United and JetBlue fly between London and New York. We compare them side by side with hundreds of travel sites, so you can see the cheapest option in one search.
Money-saving tip
Newark (EWR) is in New Jersey but has fast rail links into Manhattan – comparing JFK and EWR together gives you more chances of a lower fare.
Cheapest days to fly from London to New York
Day-by-day one-way prices from London. Green days are cheapest. Tap a day to search that date.
Best time to visit New York
Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–November) are pleasant for sightseeing. January and February are cold, and fares can be lower then.
Before you travel, check the latest entry requirements and advice for United States on GOV.UK foreign travel advice.
London to New York flights: your questions
How long is the flight from London to New York?
Direct flights from London to New York take about 7–8 hours (the return is usually quicker). Journeys with a stop take longer, depending on the connection.
Which airports serve London to New York flights?
In London, flights to New York leave from Heathrow and Gatwick. In New York, you arrive at John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Newark Liberty (EWR).
Which airlines fly from London to New York?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, United and JetBlue all fly this route. We compare them alongside hundreds of travel sites, so you can see every option in one search.
When is the cheapest time to fly to New York?
It changes from year to year. The price calendar on this page shows the lowest recent one-way fare from London for each day, so you can spot the cheapest dates to go.
What is the time difference between London and New York?
New York is 5 hours behind the UK.
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