British Airways flights from London to New York
Weather by month: London and New York
| Month | London | New York |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C · 84 mm | -2°C · 28 mm |
| February | 5°C · 49 mm | 0°C · 78 mm |
| March | 8°C · 13 mm | 7°C · 164 mm |
| April | 12°C · 24 mm | 12°C · 71 mm |
| May | 15°C · 28 mm | 17°C · 201 mm |
| June | 19°C · 41 mm | 24°C · 75 mm |
| July | 20°C · 76 mm | 27°C · 112 mm |
| August | 19°C · 33 mm | 23°C · 24 mm |
| September | 15°C · 61 mm | 21°C · 120 mm |
| October | 12°C · 62 mm | 14°C · 110 mm |
| November | 9°C · 76 mm | 7°C · 50 mm |
| December | 8°C · 68 mm | 0°C · 80 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About British Airways flights from London to New York
British Airways operates flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to New York, serving both Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This transatlantic route covers 5,570 kilometres, with connections being common on this service. Typical flight time is around 7 hours and 48 minutes. This is a popular business and leisure route connecting two major global cities.
Fares tend to be lowest in July, making that an ideal time to book if flexibility allows. British Airways permits cabin baggage up to 23 kg with maximum dimensions of 56x45x25 cm. Checked baggage in economy is not included by default but costs apply for up to 23 kg per bag. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before your flight.
Airports on this route
| Departure | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) |
| Flight time | 7 h 48 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 5570 km |
British Airways cabin bag: 1 piece, 23 kg (51 lb), 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare (from 45 GBP (≈ 60 USD)).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | paid option, from 45 GBP (≈ 60 USD) |
| Checked baggage - Premium Economy | 2 pieces · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 3 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 45 GBP (≈ 60 USD) | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 65 GBP (≈ 87 USD) | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
British Airways online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 24 h before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
| Self-service kiosks | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.