New York to London (JFK–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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New York to London
11 carriers, 326 flights/week nonstop.
11 Airlines
326 Flights/wk
3,442 mi
3h 41m nonstop
+4h ahead
104 1-stop hubs
JFK–LHR is served by 11 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways, Finnair and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 3,442 miles in approximately 3h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 104 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop JFK–LHR service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| BA British Airways | 87 | 772, 777, 77W, 781, 789 | 3h41-7h05 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 56 | 772, 777, 77W, 78X | 6h50-7h05 | Oneworld | – | |
| IB Iberia | 49 | 772, 777, 77W, 781 | 6h50-7h05 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 35 | 772, 77W, 78X | 6h55-7h05 | – | – | |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 28 | 339, 351, 35K, 789 | 6h50-7h20 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 22 | 772, 77W | 6h50-6h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 14 | 32Q, A21N | 6h59-7h16 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | 332, 764 | 7h05-7h15 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AF Air France | 7 | 789 | 6h50 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | 772 | 6h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| GF Gulf Air | 7 | 77W | 6h50 | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, JFK to LHR direction.
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47
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
50
Nonstop flights
326
Outbound / wk
409
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
104
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~50h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
6,651
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → LHR
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
Return
LHR → JFK
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
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Alternatives
Other ways to reach London from New York
Nearby airports with service to London Heathrow Airport.
| Metric | JFK→LHR | EWR→LHR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 11 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 326 | 148 |
| Flight time | 3h 41m | 5h 52m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – |
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
London is 4 hours
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JFK: EDT · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 10:00 PM in London.
JFK: EDT · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 10:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
3,442 mi / 5,540 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 41m to 7h 20m.
Visa & Entry
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.
Getting to JFK
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.
Getting from LHR
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.
London Climate
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.
Facts
JFK–LHR Quick Facts
Key statistics for the New York to London route.
Route details
Distance3,442 mi / 5,540 km
Flight time3h 41m to 7h 20m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)11
Weekly flights326 out / 409 return
1-stop connections104 hubs
Destination: LHR
Full nameLondon Heathrow Airport
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about JFK to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 3h 41m to 7h 20m. The route covers 3,442 miles.
11 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines, Finnair, JetBlue, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Aer Lingus, Gulf Air, Iberia and Virgin Atlantic.
There are approximately 326 nonstop flights per week from JFK to LHR. The return direction has about 409 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LTN, LUX, YHZ, PHL, PIT, CMN, EDI, IAD, MSY, LIS, ANU, MAN, AMS, GYD, DUB, BEG, CVG, OTP, CDG, RDU, YUL, NCE, BNA, GVA, BRU, MXP, MAD, PDL, ARN, BDA, BCN, CLT, ZRH, BOS, KEF, FRA, BGI, SNN, MUC, LGW, ORD, CPH, FCO, BER, MIA, MCO, ADD, VCE, ATL, ATH, LCA, DTW, NAS, AUS, VIE, IST, JED, CUN, TAS, SLC, MEX, PHX, MBJ, TPA, MSP, LAS, LAX, IAH, YYZ, RUH, CAI, TLV, BOG, HEL, GIG, WAW, EWR, DOH, GRU, SCL, ACC, DFW, YYC, DEN, SEA, SFO, PEK, BOM, AUH, TPE, CAN, PDX, AMM, YVR, DXB, BAH, SAN, DEL, NBO, HKG, PVG, HND, ICN and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 4 hours ahead of New York.
Yes, return flights from LHR to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Most departures leave JFK between 6–10pm, arriving at Heathrow the next morning around 6–10am local time. Eastbound flights lose 5 hours to the time difference, making a 7-hour flight land roughly 12 hours later by the clock.
It depends on the airline. British Airways uses Terminal 7 (or its replacement), American Airlines uses Terminal 8, Delta operates from Terminal 4, and JetBlue uses Terminal 5. Check your airline for current assignments, as JFK terminal configurations shift during ongoing construction.
The AirTrain connects all terminals and is free within the airport. Allow 15–20 minutes for terminal changes. If connecting between international flights, you'll need to clear security again at your departure terminal.
New York JFK to London Heathrow: Route Overview
JFK–LHR is one of the world's busiest international air corridors, serving as the primary transatlantic link between New York and London. Six or more carriers offer daily nonstop service, with eastbound flight times of 6.5–7.5 hours and westbound returns of 7.5–8.5 hours due to prevailing jet stream patterns.
Airlines and Service
British Airways, American Airlines, Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and JetBlue compete on this route with multiple daily frequencies. Premium cabin competition is intense, with several carriers operating dedicated long-haul aircraft.
Connection Context
Both airports are major international hubs. JFK connects to domestic US cities and Caribbean and Latin American destinations. Heathrow offers onward service across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. JFK–LHR anchors many multi-segment itineraries.