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Flight deals from London Gatwick to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.$584 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 15 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.
New York.$596 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with easyJet and Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Stewart International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Stewart International on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $596, select.
New York.$599 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $599, select.
New York.$601 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Sun, 15 Mar.Return flight with easyJet and Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Stewart International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Stewart International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $601, select.
New York.$603 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with easyJet and Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Stewart International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Stewart International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.
New York.$609 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.
New York.$610 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Stewart International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Stewart International on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $610, select.
New York.$615 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 20 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $615, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to New York flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $623
Jun
from $648
Jul
from $742
Aug
from $822
Sep
from $599
Oct
from $702
Nov
from $610
Dec
from $660
Jan
from $616
Feb
from $643
Mar
from $601
Apr
from $818

Direct flights from London Gatwick to New York

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London to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$584
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAer Lingus
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to New York is $584. 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.
8 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to New York.
Aer Lingus, American Airlines and Finnair fly direct from London Gatwick to New York.
As of May 2025, there are 135 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to New York is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from London Gatwick Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $584.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to New York on Thursday, 15 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 5 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 New York 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York: what you need to know

  • New York is 4 hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route, with 31 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from LGW to JFK is with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) at 20:40. Opt for the first departure with jetBlue at 10:05 if you want to get going early.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from LGW to New York.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • You can book a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York that lands at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York. Get on board with any of these:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LGW to New York. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Shannon Airport (SNN)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from London Gatwick Airport to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

  • LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to New York is $330. The cheapest price for a return flight is $584. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from LGW to New York, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to New York. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from LGW to New York. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near EWR:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The centre of New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • After your flight from LGW to New York, kick back at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to New York

  • August is the most popular month to catch a flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from LGW to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.

More about New York

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York:

  • Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the big attractions to add to your New York travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Empire State Building.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info on car rentals in New York, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to New York

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