Newark to London (EWR–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–LHR is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,456 miles in approximately 5h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 86 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 63 | 763, 789 | 6h50-7h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 49 | 763, 789 | 6h40-7h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| BA British Airways | 15 | 772, 777 | 5h52-6h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 772 | 6h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | 777 | 6h55 | – | – | |
| IB Iberia | 7 | 777 | 6h55 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from Newark
| Metric | EWR→LHR | JFK→LHR | PHL→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 21 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 11 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 148 | 326 | 64 |
| Flight time | 5h 52m | 3h 41m | 4h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 10:00 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.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
EWR–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to LHR
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Finnair, British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia and United Airlines. With 148 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to LHR ranges from 5 hours 52 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,456 miles (5,562 km). There are approximately 148 weekly flights outbound and 140 return, totaling 288 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
86 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).