What percentage of London to New York flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 28.4% of flights from London to New York have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from London to New York?

The typical direct flight time from London to New York is approximately 8 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 5501 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends considerably to about 15 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do cheap flights from London to New York come up?

Historically, cheap flights from London to New York are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers typically have regular opportunities to find good deals on this popular route. The consistent availability makes it easier for passengers to plan their trips with favorable pricing.

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London to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from London to New York

Right now, fares for flights from London to New York are above the typical level. Over the past 90 days, fares typically ranged from $710–$1159, with a median of $916. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from London to New York.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from London to New York, November stands out with a median fare of $791. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $797. Following these, February presents another good option, with a median fare of $838.

A typical journey from London to New York takes about 8h 5m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with only 28.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2, which significantly extends the overall travel time.

The route from London to New York covers a substantial distance of 5501 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This means you can expect a significant amount of time in the air, often involving multiple segments if not flying direct.

How much is a round trip from London to New York

Regular price: £514 - £1,107

Prices for flights from London to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 514 GBP and 1107 GBP. The current lowest deal found is 355 GBP with Ryanair. This price is available for travel from Dec 3 to Dec 6.

now £355

Low £514

High £1,107

The cheapest time to fly from London to New York

The cheapest month to fly from London to New York is June, with a median price of $677. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1093. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from £677

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,093

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to New York

Iberia Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to New York

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (JFK)

Ryanair

£565

£454

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£538

£405

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£566

£446

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£560

£417

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£480

£396

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£500

£383

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to New York

2 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 8

£567 → £404

29%

4 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 22

£512 → £360

30%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

£608 → £459

24%

3 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 22

£510 → £368

28%

Popular Airports to fly from London to New York

London - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to New York are above the typical level of $916.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $791

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York, with a median price of $791.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Direct flights from London to New York typically take 8h 5m, while connecting flights average 21h 1m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 71.6% of available deals from London to New York.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights from London to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from London to New York are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport is a good option for flights from London to New York, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£294

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from London to New York.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~£265

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County is a useful alternative, especially for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~40 km from New York City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£553

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$3,607

$2,009

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New York, United States

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New York, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to New York is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $961. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1542. Even booking 60+ days in advance shows a slightly higher average price of $974 compared to the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to New York is considered to be around $710. The median price for this route has been $916. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $1159 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the $710 threshold typically indicates a favorable deal for this route.

Historically, November has been one of the most affordable months to fly from London to New York, with a median price of $791. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $797. February is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median price of $838, which is lower than the annual median of $916 for this route.

London to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from London to New York

How much is a round trip from London to New York

Regular price: £514 - £1,107

Prices for flights from London to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 514 GBP and 1107 GBP. The current lowest deal found is 355 GBP with Ryanair. This price is available for travel from Dec 3 to Dec 6.

now £355

Low £514

High £1,107

The cheapest time to fly from London to New York

June

Cheapest

Flights from £677

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,093

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to New York

Iberia Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to New York

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (JFK)

Ryanair

£565

£454

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£538

£405

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£566

£446

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£560

£417

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£480

£396

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - New York

London (STN) - New York (EWR)

Ryanair

£500

£383

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to New York

2 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 8

£567 → £404

29%

4 nights

Nov 18 - Nov 22

£512 → £360

30%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

£608 → £459

24%

3 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 22

£510 → £368

28%

Popular Airports to fly from London to New York

London - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to New York are above the typical level of $916.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $791

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York, with a median price of $791.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Direct flights from London to New York typically take 8h 5m, while connecting flights average 21h 1m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 71.6% of available deals from London to New York.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights from London to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from London to New York are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport is a good option for flights from London to New York, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£294

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from London to New York.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~£265

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County is a useful alternative, especially for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

New York, United States

93% AI deal score

$16,745

$10,577

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Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Flights from London to New York — [2026]

Today’s best flight deals from London to New York

London to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from London to New York

How much is a round trip from London to New York

The cheapest time to fly from London to New York

Direct flights from London to New York

Last-minute flights going from London to New York

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to New York

Popular Airports to fly from London to New York

London - New York route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $791

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

London main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

When should I buy London to New York tickets?

How much should a flight from London to New York cost?

What's the best month to fly from London to New York?

What percentage of London to New York flights are direct?

What's the flight time from London to New York?

How often do cheap flights from London to New York come up?

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London to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from London to New York

How much is a round trip from London to New York

The cheapest time to fly from London to New York

Direct flights from London to New York

Last-minute flights going from London to New York

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to New York

Popular Airports to fly from London to New York

London - New York route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $791

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Airlines and United Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

London main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

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Dec 25

Dec 04

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Dec 09

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

When should I buy London to New York tickets?

How much should a flight from London to New York cost?

What's the best month to fly from London to New York?