Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is four hours behind London and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY to JFK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LCY and JFK include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is R 4,958. A return plane ticket right now is R 9,187. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LCY to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LCY to JFK.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, 74.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
London City Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LCY? If you've booked an early flight from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.
Booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the centre of New York has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London City Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LCY to JFK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.