Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is 8 hours 10 minutes.
New York is four hours behind London and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Take your pick of 86 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:00.
Your LHR to EWR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to New York (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
British Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 87.74% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to EWR flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and EWR:
Logan International Airport
Dublin Airport
Shannon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
$433 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Return flights start at $408. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to EWR.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore New York and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Newark Liberty International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
From Newark Liberty International Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to EWR in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without experiencing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.