Question 1

How often are flights from London to New York delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between London and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 168 minutes.

Question 2

What is the most punctual flight time for London to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Heathrow Airport to New York flight.

Question 4

Which airlines fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 5

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of £245.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around £427 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £382 on momondo.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to New York?

Accepted Answer

LEVEL, United Airlines, and Austrian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to New York

Question 8

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 16m.

Question 9

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 09m.

Question 10

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to New York on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and New York is 131 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 11

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from London Heathrow Airport to New York at midday for as low as £386. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £562 on average. Flights to New York from London Heathrow Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 12

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 13

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and New York?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik (KEF) was the most common stop: 37% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 15

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to New York flight route?

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Fly from London Heathrow to New York John F Kennedy Intl for the best London Heathrow - New York flight prices

Question 16

How have London Heathrow Airport to New York flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to New York flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around £368. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from London Heathrow Airport averaging around £368.

Question 18

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 19

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to New York on average per week?

Accepted Answer

921 flights are operational weekly from London Heathrow Airport to New York as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 20

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from London Heathrow Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was £437. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around £497.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to New York is 20 as of January 2026.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to New York.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around £368. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from London Heathrow Airport averaging around £368.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to New York flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Heathrow Airport to New York flight.

How have London Heathrow Airport to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to New York flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to New York?

LEVEL, United Airlines, and Austrian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to New York

Which airlines fly to New York?

How often are flights from London to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between London and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 168 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to New York flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to New York flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and New York?

Reykjavik (KEF) was the most common stop: 37% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of £245.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 16m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to New York?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 09m.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to New York on average per day?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and New York is 131 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to New York on average per week?

921 flights are operational weekly from London Heathrow Airport to New York as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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