London → New York
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Arriving in New York
JFK is in southern Queens, roughly 25 km from Midtown, reached by AirTrain plus subway or rail in about an hour, or by taxi in 45–70 minutes depending on traffic. Newark is a similar distance from Manhattan and often cheaper to fly into from Europe.
Airlines serving New York include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, KLM, Air France, British Airways, Emirates. Not every airline flies from London; search the route to see who currently does.
- Late January to early March and again in November are usually the cheapest windows from Europe.
- Compare all three New York-area airports — the same trip can cost noticeably less into Newark or LaGuardia.
- Peak summer and the Thanksgiving/Christmas period are the most expensive times to fly in.
Departing from London
Heathrow sits west of the city with Underground and express rail links to central London in 15–50 minutes depending on the service. Allow extra time for terminal transfers at Heathrow — moving between terminals is possible but not quick.
London to New York: common questions
- How do I find cheap flights from London to New York?
- Search LHR to JFK on Flight Fare Tracker to compare current fares from our booking partners side by side, then book directly with the provider you choose.
- Which airports serve this route?
- This route departs from London Heathrow (LHR) in London, United Kingdom and arrives at John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) in New York, United States.
- Is London to New York a domestic or international flight?
- It is an international flight from United Kingdom to United States. Check passport validity and entry or visa requirements for United States before you book.
- Can I get notified when LHR–JFK fares drop?
- Yes. Create a free price alert with your target fare and we will email you when a matching fare appears.
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