Travelling from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Explore your options for jetting out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Take off on a direct New York to London Gatwick Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 5 minutes.
London is four hours ahead of New York. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 11 direct weekly flights between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. Norse Atlantic UK operates the earliest flight at 6:15pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from JFK to LGW is with Delta Air Lines at 9:40pm.
Your flight from New York to LGW won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport departing from JFK. Book your journey with one of these:
The top choice among passengers flying between JFK and LGW is Norse Atlantic UK.
British Airways is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to LGW departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Shannon Airport (SNN)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to LGW flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a plane ticket from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to LGW:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to London Gatwick Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your travel plans stay on track.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LGW:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your New York to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central London. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to London Gatwick Airport is 100 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 282 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to LGW.
The best month for finding cheap New York to London Gatwick Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from New York to LGW.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a New York to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to London Gatwick Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from New York to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are loads of terrific things to do in London when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.