Cheap flights from London to New York from $540

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — NYC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to New York are usually found in September or March, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from London to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$642

One-way from

$540

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$923

Good round-trip deal

$674 or less

Good one-way deal

$424 or less
Aer Lingus
  • Aer Lingus
  • 23/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 05m total
  • London to New York
LEVEL
  • LEVEL
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 45m total
  • London to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from London to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Tue 23/913:25LHR - JFK
1 stop10h 55mAer Lingus
Tue 30/916:55JFK - LHR
1 stop11h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 27/8$642
Thu 18/913:05LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 9/1018:20JFK - LGW
Nonstop7h 00mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 27/8$644
Tue 9/912:00LHR - JFK
1 stop12h 20mAer Lingus
Tue 16/921:05JFK - LHR
1 stop10h 35mAer Lingus
Deal found 27/8$644
Thu 18/913:05LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 24/918:20JFK - LGW
Nonstop7h 00mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 27/8$645
Thu 9/1013:05LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 16/1018:20JFK - LGW
Nonstop7h 00mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 27/8$650
Tue 18/1113:00LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 55mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 14/1218:05JFK - LGW
Nonstop6h 55mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/8$651
Mon 17/1110:00LHR - JFK
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Thu 27/1117:00JFK - LHR
1 stop12h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 27/8$653
Fri 26/913:05LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Fri 3/1018:20JFK - LGW
Nonstop7h 00mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 27/8$655
Wed 17/913:05LGW - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Sat 27/918:20JFK - LGW
Nonstop7h 00mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 26/8$656
Thu 11/914:00LGW - LGA
1 stop35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/919:34LGA - LGW
1 stop33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$656
Thu 20/1111:55LGW - JFK
1 stop11h 05mIcelandair
Mon 24/1119:25JFK - LGW
1 stop10h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 28/8$658
Tue 30/1212:10LHR - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAer Lingus
Tue 6/117:00JFK - LHR
1 stop11h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 27/8$661

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to New York that are best for you.

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Price

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Wed 24/9

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 30/9

18:20-06:20

Nonstop7h 00m

$645

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Thu 18/9

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/10

18:20-06:20

Nonstop7h 00m

$645

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Thu 16/10

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/10

19:05-06:00

Nonstop6h 55m

$645

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Wed 26/11

16:35-22:30

1 stop34h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/12

18:05-06:00

Nonstop6h 55m

$655

LondonNew York

LGW - LGA

LGWLGA

London Gatwick

Thu 11/9

14:00-20:29

1 stop35h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 27/9

19:34-10:10

1 stop33h 36m

$656

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Wed 17/9

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 27/9

18:20-06:20

Nonstop7h 00m

$656

LondonNew York

LGW - LGA

LGWLGA

London Gatwick

Thu 11/9

14:00-20:29

1 stop35h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/12

15:00-10:00

1 stop14h 00m

$662

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Fri 26/9

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/10

18:20-06:20

Nonstop7h 00m

$665

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Thu 25/9

13:05-15:55

Nonstop7h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 30/9

18:20-06:20

Nonstop7h 00m

$665

LondonNew York

LGW - JFK

LGWJFK

London Gatwick

Tue 23/9

15:05-18:05

Nonstop8h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/10

20:05-08:10

Nonstop7h 05m

$670

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Best time to book a flight from London to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to New York. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to New York, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from London to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from London to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to New York at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to New York. Price data was last updated on 24 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from London to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

The most flights from LON to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (182 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (114 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to New York?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to New York?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of one-stop itineraries from London to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Lisbon (LIS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $638.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to New York?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to New York?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 29m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Virgin Atlantic, andNorse Atlantic UK from London to New York. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
PLAY
7.0
Good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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    There are many flights that can get you from London to New York in 7h 50m. Fly via Norse Atlantic UK, United Airlines, or Austrian Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5565 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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    Currently priced at $735, Virgin Atlantic will fly you from London to New York and back. In addition to Virgin Atlantic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Virgin Atlantic is priced at 11% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from London to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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