New York to London (JFK–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Norse Atlantic UK Ltd and UBT lead the route. The flight covers 3,461 miles in approximately 4h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z0 Norse Atlantic UK Ltd | 7 | 789 | 7h23 | – | – | |
| UBT UBT | 2 | 332 | 4h32-5h32 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, 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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to LGW
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from UBT and Norse Atlantic UK Ltd. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JFK to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to LGW ranges from 4 hours 32 minutes to 7 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,461 miles (5,569 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 17 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via CMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.