Flying from New York to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to London International Airport (YXU), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
London (where London International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Your flight from New York to YXU won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from New York to YXU that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between JFK and YXU include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from New York to London International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to London International Airport. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a great option between Newark Liberty International Airport and YXU.
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to YXU flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to London International Airport (YXU) leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a popular connection point.
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to London International Airport flight:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for any trip.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About London International Airport (YXU)
Have a late flight from New York to London International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near YXU and get cosy, quick:
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks before your New York to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
Central London is roughly 10 kilometres from London International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to London International Airport (YXU)
R 2,990 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to London International Airport. Return flights start from R 7,177. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to YXU if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable New York to London International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to London International Airport (YXU)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. November is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from New York to London International Airport (YXU), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a New York to YXU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to London International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to London International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in London when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Forks of the Thames River followed by Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 161 kilometres north-east to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of London, Mississauga is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Lake Ontario, Xtreme Escape Adventures and Lake Aquitaine Trail.