Flights from JFK to LHR

5 airlines fly nonstop from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Heathrow Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Heathrow Airport (London).

Distance: 3,442 mi
Nonstop flight: Varies
Time difference: +5h
Nonstop airlines: 5

Fares from JFK to LHR

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

Airline	From	To
British Airways	JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport	LHR Heathrow Airport
American Airlines	JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport	LHR Heathrow Airport
Delta Air Lines	JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport	LHR Heathrow Airport
Virgin Atlantic	JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport	LHR Heathrow Airport
JetBlue	JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport	LHR Heathrow Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into London

LHR

Heathrow Airport

14 miles (23 km) from the city centre. 83.9 million passengers in 2024

How	Route	Time
Train	Heathrow Express to Paddington (15 min from Terminals 2 and 3, 21 min from Terminal 5), every 15 minutes	about 15m
Train	Elizabeth line into central London, six trains per hour	about 35m
Metro	Piccadilly line Underground to central London (about 40-50 minutes)	about 40m

Before you go

US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.

London is 5 hours ahead of New York. London uses the pound sterling (GBP).

Read the London guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from JFK to LHR?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from JFK to LHR?

As of October 2026, British Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic and JetBlue fly this route nonstop.

How far is LHR from JFK?

About 3,442 miles (5,540 km) between the airports.

What is the time difference?

London is 5 hours ahead of New York.

Do I need a passport to fly to London?

US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.

How do I get from Heathrow Airport into London?

Heathrow Express to Paddington (15 min from Terminals 2 and 3, 21 min from Terminal 5), every 15 minutes, about 15 minutes.

Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.