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How long is the flight from New York to London?

JFKNew York
LHRLondon
Flight Time
6 h 40 min
Distance
5,546km

3,446 miles

Departure
17:15
Arrival
04:55
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 17:15 · America/New_York

To

LHRLondon

London Heathrow Airport

Arrival 04:55 · Europe/London

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London covers a distance of approximately 5,546 kilometers (3,446 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 6 h 40 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Europe/London

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to London?

A direct flight from New York to London takes around 6 h 40 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to London?

The distance from New York to London is about 5,546 kilometers (3,446 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to London?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 6 h 40 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from London to New York.