5,556 km · ~7h eastbound
New York JFK (JFK) to London Heathrow (LHR)
Eastbound JFK-LHR is the world's most premium-dense long-haul route. Quality of business class varies enormously by carrier — BA and Virgin lead.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- New York JFK (JFK)
- Destination
- London Heathrow (LHR)
- Distance
- 5,556 km
- Flight time
- ~7h eastbound
- Airlines
- British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
British Airways — Boeing 777-300ER
Share: Most BA · Cabin: Club Suite
Virgin Atlantic — Airbus A350-1000
Share: Most Virgin · Cabin: Upper Class with door
Best business class on this route
Virgin A350-1000 Upper Class or BA Club Suite are both excellent.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from JFK to LHR?
The New York JFK–London Heathrow route is operated on Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000 by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue.
How long is the flight from New York JFK to London Heathrow?
New York JFK to London Heathrow is 5,556 km and takes approximately ~7h eastbound.
Which airlines fly JFK to LHR?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue operate scheduled flights from New York JFK to London Heathrow.
What is the best business class from JFK to LHR?
Virgin A350-1000 Upper Class or BA Club Suite are both excellent.