Flying from New York to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to London City Airport (LCY), there's a good range of airports you can fly out of. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main terminals.
London City Airport is located in London. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of New York.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from New York to LCY.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to LCY. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from New York to London City Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to London City Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and LCY include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to LCY flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early New York to London City Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About London City Airport (LCY)
Have a late flight from New York to London City Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near LCY and fast-forward to bedtime:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your New York to London City Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport to central London is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to London City Airport (LCY)
Right now, $331 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to London City Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $750. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to LCY if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from New York to London City Airport (LCY)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from New York to London City Airport (LCY). June is the busiest month to travel to London. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
Before locking in your New York to LCY flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to London City Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to London City Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are highlights.