Boston to London (BOS–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BOS–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,274 miles in approximately 6h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: TP | 7 | A21N | 6h46 | – | TP | |
| BA British Airways | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from Boston
| Metric | BOS→LGW | BED→LGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BOS | – | 16 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 |
| Flight time | 6h 46m | 6h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 96% | – |
Travel Essentials
BOS: EDT · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Boston, it's 11:00 PM in London.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
MBTA Silver Line SL1 bus runs from South Station (Red Line, Amtrak) through the Ted Williams Tunnel to all Logan terminals; free from the airport, $2.40 inbound. Journey from South Station takes 15–20 minutes depending on traffic. The Blue Line Aquarium station connects to a free water taxi ($12) across the harbor to Logan; scenic but weather-dependent.Taxis from downtown Boston cost $30–45 with the Ted Williams Tunnel toll included. Ride-hails are comparable. The Sumner and Ted Williams tunnels both serve the airport; check traffic before departing, as both frequently back up. Logan is only 3 miles from downtown but tunnel congestion often extends that to 30+ minutes.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
BOS–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOS to LGW
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and British Airways. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BOS to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOS to LGW is about 6 hours 46 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,274 miles (5,269 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via John F. Kennedy, London Heathrow and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bedford (BED).