Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to New York typically takes around 7 hours 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 32 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to New York, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 6 to 7 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to New York are operated by, among others, Norse Atlantic UK and British Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with TAP Portugal (via Lisbon). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to New York operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to New York there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London Gatwick to New York?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to New York there are around 6 to 7 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Gatwick to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to New York usually departs at 13:05. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in New York.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Gatwick to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to New York usually departs at 15:05. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near London Gatwick are frequently used for flights to New York?

Accepted Answer

As well as London Gatwick airport, users also frequently search for flights from London Heathrow to New York. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Do also check how accessible each airport is for you.

Question 10

Which airports near New York are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to New York, Newark may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 23/05/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1335, TP0209 14h 30min	Return -	TAP Air Portugal		£345
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1337, TP0209 32h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP0210, TP1334 30h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£479
Best option London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (KEF) FI0471, FI0615 11h 05min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (CDG) KL2377, KL3592 09h 45min	Icelandair		£555
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1337, TP0209 32h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP0210, TP1334 30h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£480
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1337, TP0209 32h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP0210, TP1334 30h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£484
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1337, TP0209 32h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP0210, TP1334 30h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£485
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (MAD) IB0984, IB0325 12h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (MAD) IB0326, IB0985 17h 00min	Iberia	?	£490
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP1337, TP0209 32h 30min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (LIS) TP0210, TP1334 30h 50min	TAP Air Portugal		£508
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (MAD) IB0984, AA8837 12h 30min	Return 06/03/27 2 Stopovers (CLT, MCO) AA3199, AA2461, AA7011 15h 30min	Iberia, American Airlines	?	£514
London Gatwick New York	Outbound 02/03/27 1 Stopover (CDG) VS6743, VS6708 11h 00min	Return 06/03/27 1 Stopover (CDG) VS6701, VS6742 16h 15min	Virgin Atlantic Airways	?	£538

Cheapest outbound flight from	£ 344,90
Outbound and return from	£ 479,00
Flight duration	min. 08:10 / max. 08:20
Return flight duration	min. 06:30/ max. 06:50
Distance	5575 km
Flights per week	28
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport New York John F Kennedy (JFK)
Destination country	Flights to United States
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - New York John F Kennedy
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - United States
Departure airport - City-Code	London Gatwick - New York

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