Newark to London (EWR–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.
EWR–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,456 miles in approximately 7h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, OS, SN | 51 | 763, 772, 789 | 6h39-7h30 | Star Alliance | AC, LX, OS, SN | |
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 15 | 772, 78X | 5h41-7h | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB |
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 | 2 | 16 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 278 | 466 | 99 |
| Flight time | 7h 10m | 4h 55m | 6h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, 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.
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 United Airlines and British Airways. With 278 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to LHR is about 7 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,456 miles (5,562 km). There are approximately 278 weekly flights outbound and 270 return, totaling 548 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Dublin and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).