Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is five hours behind London and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LTN to JFK flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LTN and JFK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
At the moment, R 4,962 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,337. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LTN to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LTN to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
Of the flights that depart from London Luton Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Luton Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LTN:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
If you're landing on a late London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
From New York John F. Kennedy Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from London Luton Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LTN to JFK around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.