What’s the top layover airport for flights from London to New York?

Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of 1-stop itineraries from London to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest layover option from London to New York?

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 15m.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London to New York?

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $393.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London to New York?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 08m.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London to New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. London to New York flights typically cost between $494 and $798 in September. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $423 on Norse Atlantic UK (Sep 5-Sep 10).

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to New York round-trip?

Norse Atlantic UK, at $423, was found to be the cheapest airline from London to New York. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Aer Lingus. Norse Atlantic UK is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to New York?

The price you pay for your flight from London to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to New York (average of $236). Flying from London to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to New York?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to New York

The most flights from LON to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (173 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (157 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

What are the most popular routes from London to New York?

When deciding which route to take from London to New York consider London Heathrow - Newark, London Heathrow - New York John F Kennedy Intl or London Gatwick - Newark as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from London to New York?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $470. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Newark) can be booked for $265 on average our data indicates $1,587 when flying from London to New York.

What are the most reliable airlines from London to New York?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to New York on time: TAP AIR PORTUGAL (87%), JetBlue (86%), SriLankan Airlines (80%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to New York?

Consider American Airlines, Air France or Finnair when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from London to New York.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from London to New York?

Flights departing from London and landing in New York layover in Reykjavik most frequently.

Where are the least popular layover locations for London to New York flights?

London to New York flights have a layover in Dublin the least frequently.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Reykjavik?

Most Reykjavik visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa, and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool. Hallgrímskirkja, Harpa and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are located about 23.2 mi, 23.3 mi, and 24.6 mi, respectively from Reykjavik Keflavik Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Reykjavik in need of a rental car can book one at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl for about $68.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to New York?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 21% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from London to New York at least 38 days early can save you up to 35% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 38 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from London to New York for as little as $537 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $839 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to New York?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to New York from London average $547. You can even find prices in September for less than $547, as users have found deals to New York from as low as $363. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New York from London. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 23%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to NYC?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from London to New York by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Can I find deals for flights from London to New York that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on London to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from London to New York?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to New York.

Can I find deals for business class flights from London to New York?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$382+ Flights from London to New York, NY

Round-trip from	$423 (Norse Atlantic Airways)
One-way from	$379 (Mytrip)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$644
Good round-trip deal	$455 or less
Good one-way deal	$212 or less

United's Polaris Class offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding for ultimate comfort.

United's Premium Plus offers bigger seats, extra legroom, and upgraded meals on international flights.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest$380	Average$536	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest$384	Average$581	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$401	Average$563	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Icelandair	Cheapest$436	Average$739	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Aer Lingus	Cheapest$446	Average$695	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$452	Average$663	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
British Airways	Cheapest$452	Average$618	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Iberia	Cheapest$461	Average$605	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest$473	Average$630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Finnair	Cheapest$479	Average$582	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%

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What’s the top layover airport for flights from London to New York?

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What’s the fastest layover option from London to New York?

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