Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to London, Virgin Atlantic or British Airways?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to London are Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. With an average price for the route of $944 and an overall rating of 7.4, Virgin Atlantic is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $918 and an overall rating of 6.6.

Question 2

How long does a flight from New York to London take?

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Direct flights cover the 8,952 km separating New York to London in about 6h 55m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between New York and London per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 31 and 32 direct flights that take off from New York and land in London, with an average flight time of 7h 14m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the evening, while the most flights land at London Heathrow Airport. Each week, there are 220 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to London was $181 for a one-way ticket and $436 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and London?

Accepted Answer

New York and London are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (70 flights per week), United Airlines (49 flights per week), and Virgin Atlantic (38 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York to London, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to London?

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New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York LaGuardia. London Heathrow is the only airport in London. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to London?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 07:50 and will be landing in London at 19:45.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to London jets off at 23:59 and lands at 12:35.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between New York and London?

Accepted Answer

There are 7 airlines that fly direct from New York to London. They are: American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, JetBlue, Norse Atlantic UK, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with British Airways at $608 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Virgin Atlantic.

Question 11

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to London flight route: Iberia, British Airways, JetBlue, Delta, Virgin Atlantic, Air France, KLM, Finnair, and American Airlines.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to London flight route.

Question 13

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and London, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from New York to London on a daily basis.

Question 15

What’s the quickest way to get from London Heathrow (LHR) to the centre of London?

Accepted Answer

To get to London quickly from Heathrow (LHR), the fastest option is the Heathrow Express train, which departs from within the airport. It takes around 15min and costs approximately £18 for a one-way ticket.

Question 16

Are there any hotels at JFK or Newark (EWR) airports?

Accepted Answer

If you’d prefer to spend the night at the airport before your flight, JFK has the TWA Hotel within the airport and the Crowne Plaza, Comfort Inn & Suites, Radisson Hotel JFK Airport, and Days Inn & Suites nearby. Most offer free airport shuttles. At Newark, the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is within the airport, and there are around a dozen other hotels for all budgets a short drive from the airport.

Question 17

Are there any hotels at Heathrow Airport (LHR) airport in London?

Accepted Answer

The closest hotel within walking distance from Heathrow (LHR) is the Sofitel Heathrow. It’s around a 5min walk from Terminal 5 and you can reach it via a covered walkway. There are many other hotels suited to all budgets around a 10min taxi ride away.

Question 18

Where can I exchange money at Heathrow (LHR)?

Accepted Answer

Travelex has lots of branches in both Terminals 2 and 5. Opening hours vary but are approximately 04:45 to 22:00 daily. There are also lots of ATMs where you can withdraw money directly.

Question 19

If I am traveling to the south of England, which London area airport should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Located about 25 miles south of London, London Gatwick is well known for having shorter wait times for security and immigration than London Heathrow. If you do need to get to London after arrival, the Gatwick Express runs every fifteen minutes to London, and the trip should take about half an hour.

Question 20

What is the fastest way to get to New York John F. Kennedy Intl. from Manhattan?

Accepted Answer

The trip on the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station to the Air Train transfer at Jamaica station to New York John F Kennedy Intl. will take roughly thirty minutes.

Question 21

What is the fastest way to get to London from the airport?

Accepted Answer

By far the quickest and most stress-free way to get to London from the airport is via the dedicated airport train called the Heathrow Express. This train will take just 15 minutes to get from the airport to London, with the train running every 15 minutes.

Question 22

What are the most convenient hotel locations at London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

The most convenient hotel districts for London Heathrow are Gloucester Road and Earl's Court. Earl's Court is known more for budget hotels like Best Western and Premier Inn, while Gloucester Road has more of the larger four and five-star hotels.

Question 23

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to London is January, where tickets cost $696 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,151 and $1,129 respectively.

Question 24

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to London. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 25

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 26

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to New York with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 27

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/London-LON'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 28

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and London?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 29

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to London were found on United Airlines ($734) and Scandinavian Airlines ($843).

Question 30

What is the cheapest New York to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to London cost $898 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $898.

Question 31

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to London?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to London, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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What is the cheapest New York to London flight route?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to London?

When flying from New York to London, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London?

The cheapest month for flights from New York to London is January, where tickets cost $696 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,151 and $1,129 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to London?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to London, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to London?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to London were found on United Airlines ($734) and Scandinavian Airlines ($843).

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and London?

New York and London are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (70 flights per week), United Airlines (49 flights per week), and Virgin Atlantic (38 flights per week).

Which airlines fly direct between New York and London?

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and London?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between New York and London per day?

How long does a flight from New York to London take?

Direct flights cover the 8,952 km separating New York to London in about 6h 55m.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to London?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 07:50 and will be landing in London at 19:45.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to London?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to London jets off at 23:59 and lands at 12:35.

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