Cheap flights from London to New York
3,442 mi · 8h 0m average nonstop
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Quick answer: London to New York at a glance
Cheap flights from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) cover 3,442 miles (5,538 km) in about 8h 0m nonstop, with 5 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 6/10.
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Flying from London to New York covers 3,442 miles (5,538 km) in approximately 8 hours. 5 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 3,442 miles. Direct carriers include BA, VS, AA, DL and B6.
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Airlines on this route
5 airlines fly London → New York. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| BA | Direct |
| VS | Direct |
| AA | Direct |
| DL | Direct |
| B6 | Direct |
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London to New York — quick answers
How far is London from New York by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) is 3,442 miles (5,538 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from London to New York?
The average nonstop flight time from LHR to JFK is 8 hours 0 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from London to New York?
5 airlines serve this route nonstop: BA, VS, AA, DL, B6. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.