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Cheap flights to London

New York–London is the busiest long-haul route in the world – and that competition is your friend. Off-season round trips from JFK or EWR regularly dip to $350–450. Reisedrop compares legacy carriers and low-cost transatlantic airlines in U.S. dollars and flags whether a fare is genuinely good.

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Typical prices in USD

New York (JFK) → London from ~$350–450 round tripLos Angeles (LAX) → London from ~$500–650 round tripChicago (ORD) → London from ~$450–600 round trip

All prices in U.S. dollars (USD). Ranges reflect typical fares outside holiday peaks; live prices in the comparison.

Good to know

The most competitive long-haul route

A dozen airlines fly New York–London daily. Tuesday/Wednesday departures in November or February are consistently cheapest.

Heathrow vs. Gatwick vs. Stansted

LHR has the most nonstops; LGW and STN often carry the cheaper fares. All three are well connected to central London by train.

Basic fares: do the math

Transatlantic basic economy usually excludes checked bags (~$75 each way). Reisedrop lets you compare with bags included.

Quick facts

Flight time JFK → LHRapprox. 6 h 50 min
Cheapest monthsNov, Jan–Mar
Typical off-season round trip~$350–450 (from NYC)
Airport to cityHeathrow Express 15 min / Tube ~50 min

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from New York to London?

In the off-season (November, January–March), round trips from JFK or EWR regularly cost $350–450. Summer peak runs $700–1,000. From the West Coast add roughly $150–250.

Which London airport should I fly into?

Heathrow (LHR) has the most nonstops from the U.S. and the fastest rail link. Gatwick (LGW) often has cheaper fares on Norse Atlantic and JetBlue. Avoid tight self-connections between different London airports.

Do U.S. citizens need a visa for the UK?

No visa for stays up to 6 months, but since 2025 U.S. travelers need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation), applied for online in advance for a small fee. Apply at least a few days before departure.

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