Boston to London (BOS–LHR) — 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–LHR is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,256 miles in approximately 6h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB, MH | 31 | 388, 772 | 5h26-6h55 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB, MH | |
| VS Virgin Atlantic Also: SV | 16 | 351, 789 | 5h43-6h45 | SkyTeam | SV | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, GF, IB | 7 | 772 | 6h55 | Oneworld | AY, GF, IB | |
| B6 JetBlue Also: TP | 7 | A21N | 6h51 | – | TP | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: SK, SV | 7 | 339 | 6h40 | SkyTeam | SK, SV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
BOS: EDT · LHR: 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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
BOS–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOS to LHR
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 187 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BOS to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOS to LHR is about 6 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,256 miles (5,240 km). There are approximately 187 weekly flights outbound and 203 return, totaling 390 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Edinburgh, Dublin and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.