5,260 km · ~7h
London Heathrow (LHR) to Boston (BOS)
A competitive transatlantic route flown by BA 777-200ER, Virgin A330/A350, AA 777, Delta A330 and JetBlue Mint A321LR. Aircraft type variability is the highest of any LHR-US route.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- London Heathrow (LHR)
- Destination
- Boston (BOS)
- Distance
- 5,260 km
- Flight time
- ~7h
- Airlines
- British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 777-200ER, Airbus A350-1000, Airbus A321LR
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
British Airways — Boeing 777-200ER
Share: Most BA frequencies · Cabin: Mixed Club Suite / Legacy
Virgin Atlantic — Airbus A350-1000
Share: Most Virgin frequencies · Cabin: Upper Class with door
JetBlue — Airbus A321LR
Share: Daily B6 service · Cabin: Mint Suite
Single-aisle business class with privacy door — surprisingly good for a low-cost legacy.
Best business class on this route
JetBlue Mint Suite for value, Virgin A350 Upper Class for quality.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from LHR to BOS?
The London Heathrow–Boston route is operated on Boeing 777-200ER, Airbus A350-1000, Airbus A321LR by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Boston?
London Heathrow to Boston is 5,260 km and takes approximately ~7h.
Which airlines fly LHR to BOS?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue operate scheduled flights from London Heathrow to Boston.
What is the best business class from LHR to BOS?
JetBlue Mint Suite for value, Virgin A350 Upper Class for quality.