5,556 km · ~7-8h
London Heathrow (LHR) to New York JFK (JFK)
The transatlantic flagship. London to New York is BA's highest-frequency long-haul route, with multiple daily flights from every major LHR-JFK carrier. Premium cabin quality varies wildly by aircraft.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- London Heathrow (LHR)
- Destination
- New York JFK (JFK)
- Distance
- 5,556 km
- Flight time
- ~7-8h
- Airlines
- British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380, Airbus A350-1000, Airbus A321XLR
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
British Airways — Boeing 777-300ER
Share: Most BA frequencies · Cabin: Club Suite (most tails)
British Airways — Airbus A380
Share: Occasional · Cabin: Legacy Club World
Virgin Atlantic — Airbus A350-1000
Share: Most Virgin frequencies · Cabin: Upper Class with door
American Airlines — Airbus A321XLR
Share: New 2025 launch · Cabin: AA Flagship Suite
Single-aisle transatlantic — surprisingly good business cabin.
Best business class on this route
For a true premium experience, Virgin A350-1000 Upper Class or BA Club Suite. American's A321XLR Flagship Suite is excellent if you can get it.
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Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from LHR to JFK?
The London Heathrow–New York JFK route is operated on Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380, Airbus A350-1000, Airbus A321XLR by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow to New York JFK?
London Heathrow to New York JFK is 5,556 km and takes approximately ~7-8h.
Which airlines fly LHR to JFK?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue operate scheduled flights from London Heathrow to New York JFK.
What is the best business class from LHR to JFK?
For a true premium experience, Virgin A350-1000 Upper Class or BA Club Suite. American's A321XLR Flagship Suite is excellent if you can get it.