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London (LHR) to New York (JFK) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to John F. Kennedy International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
5,540km
3,442 mi, great circle
Flying time
7h 16m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
23
average, November 2026
Airlines
5
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to JFK
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to New York?
About 7h 16m gate to gate for the 5,540 km (3,442 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to JFK?
American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic, with about 23 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).