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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow

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London.$612 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.
London.$649 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $649, select.
London.$666 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $666, select.
London.$673 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $673, select.
London.$697 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.
London.$697 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.
London.$697 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.
London.$697 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $741
Jun
from $800
Jul
from $884
Aug
from $666
Sep
from $612
Oct
from $649
Nov
from $710
Dec
from $774
Jan
from $697
Feb
from $697
Mar
from $697
Apr
from $729

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow

New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

New York to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$612
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week883

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow is $612. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow.
Finnair, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow.
As of May 2025, there are 883 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to London Heathrow is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines and Iberia offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 7 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of New York.

  • Every week, there are 203 John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 00:25 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:59 with Virgin Atlantic.

  • To ensure you catch your JFK to LHR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • There are plenty of direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, so getting to London (and then touring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.

  • JetBlue Airways tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for JFK to LHR flights, with 80.99% of its services landing as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and LHR:

    • Manchester Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Shannon Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • $223 is the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start from $612. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to LHR, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from JFK to LHR is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

  • When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from JFK to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to London

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