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LHR–JFK · Nonstop
London (London Heathrow Airport) to New York (John F. Kennedy International Airport).
The estimated flight time from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) is about 7h 41m, covering 3,442 miles. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and American Airlines fly the route nonstop with 19-20/day departures, from 08:15 to 22:30 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~7h 41m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 3,442 mi | Nonstop | 19-20/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from London to New York
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and American Airlines operate 19-20/day flights from LHR to JFK. Departures leave from Terminals 3 and 5 and 2 at LHR.
- First departure
- 08:15
- Last departure
- 22:30
- Cadence
- ~every 30 min
- Scheduled departure times
- 25
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | 8-9/day | Boeing 777, Boeing 787 · Terminal 5 · Seat map |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
JFK to LHR flights — 20-21/day on 5 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for LHR, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 135 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from London to New York?
The estimated flight time from London (LHR) to New York (JFK) is about 7h 41m, based on the 3,442-mile flying distance.
How far is London from New York?
London (LHR) to New York (JFK) is about 3,442 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from London to New York?
Yes. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and American Airlines fly nonstop from London (LHR) to New York (JFK), with 19-20/day departures.
Which airlines fly from London to New York?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta Air Lines fly nonstop from London (LHR) to New York (JFK).
What aircraft fly from London to New York?
The LHR–JFK route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Airbus A350, Boeing 777, Boeing 787.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near London
- LCY - LondonLondon City Airport · 22 mi from LHRFlights from LCY
- LGW - LondonLondon Gatwick Airport · 25 mi from LHRFlights from LGW
- LTN - LondonLondon Luton Airport · 28 mi from LHRFlights from LTN
Near New York
- LGA - New YorkLaguardia Airport · 11 mi from JFKFlights to LGA
- EWR - NewarkNewark Liberty International Airport · 21 mi from JFKFlights to EWR
- PHL - PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia International Airport · 94 mi from JFKFlights to PHL