$122 Cheap flight deals from New York (NYC) to London (LON)

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

This Weekend's Flight Deals from New York to London

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Airfares from $122 One Way, $365 Round Trip from New York to London

Prices starting at $365 for return flights and $122 for one-way flights to London were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

London packages with premium economy flights

Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Baglioni Hotel London - The Leading Hotels of the World
Hotel Riu Plaza London Victoria
ME London
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available trips from New York to London
View all trips

London business class flight packages

Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Baglioni Hotel London - The Leading Hotels of the World
The Savoy
Rosewood London
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available trips from New York to London
View all trips

London first class flight packages

Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Baglioni Hotel London - The Leading Hotels of the World
Corinthia London
The Savoy
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available trips from New York to London
View all trips

More About Flying To London from New York

Route Information for Flights from New York to London

Origin Airport IATA Code
NYC
Destination Airport IATA Code
LON
Distance
3442 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Qatar Airways, KLM, Aer Lingus, Air France, Delta Air Lines, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, SriLankan Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, Malaysia Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Air, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
11:45PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:15PM UTC

Find cheap flights from New York to London with Orbitz. We help you track down great deals on flights from the US to the UK.


Popular Routes from New York to London

The vast majority of the flights that link New York with London depart from John F. Kennedy International and land at London Heathrow. As this is a very popular route for holidaymakers and business travelers alike, it’s served by an excellent choice of airlines. These include British Airways, Finnair, American Airlines and Iberia.

Regular daily flights also depart from New York’s Newark Liberty International Airport for London Heathrow.

Alternatively, passengers flying from New York to London can choose a flight that lands at the city’s Gatwick Airport. Much smaller than Heathrow, Gatwick is the perfect place to arrive if you’re traveling to a destination in the south of the capital. Both Norwegian Air UK and British Airways offer a choice of flights on this route.


The Flight from New York to London

The flight from New York to London is the most popular transatlantic crossing available. Over 30 flights a day link the two cities, and every year more than four million passengers make the crossing.

Journey times from New York to London can vary depending on the wind and the route the plane takes. The fastest flights take around six hours 30 minutes to travel from New York to London, while other services can take up to seven hours to reach their destination.

On the return leg of your journey, the flight will take a little longer. Thanks to the flight paths planes take, and the winds they encounter along the way, most flights from London to New York take around eight hours and 15 minutes from take-off to touch down.

During your flight from New York to London, you’ll cross the Atlantic Ocean from west to east. You may experience some turbulence on the way, however your captain will do their best keep the journey as smooth as possible.

As your flight will be passing over the water for most of its journey, there won’t be a lot to see out of the window. However, you should be able to enjoy great views of central London as your plane comes into land.

Book a window seat to ensure you get the best possible view of London’s iconic attractions.


Other Flight Destinations in the UK

If you want to explore a little more of the UK during your British break, why not use one of these popular alternative routes and experience life outside of the UK capital?

Flights from New York to Manchester

Flights from New York to Birmingham

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from New York to London?
There are. And better still — you have 5 airlines that cruise nonstop from New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Heathrow Airport to pick from. Check out which one of these reputable carriers has the best deals:

  • British Airways
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • American Airlines
  • Delta
  • JetBlue

What is the shortest flight from New York to London?
The shortest flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 7 hours and 46 minutes. Bring something on board to help pass the time, like that new best-seller or some playing cards.
What airlines fly from New York to London most frequently?
These are the airlines that have the most frequent flights from JFK to Heathrow Airport. Reserve your seat with one of the following and find out why they are the most sought after: British Airways - (BA) with 152 flights every month Virgin Atlantic - (VS) with 121 flights every month American Airlines - (AA) with 60 flights every month Delta - (DL) with 39 flights every month
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.