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Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York is 7 hours.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is five hours behind London.
With six flights a week between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. Hop on Norse Atlantic UK's 13:00 flight to get your trip from LGW to JFK underway.
To avoid missing your LGW to New York flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct London Gatwick Airport to New York tickets are available for booking. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is where you'll be touching down.
Take to the skies with Norse Atlantic UK. This leading carrier offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from LGW to New York. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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Located around 40 kilometers from the center of London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
London Gatwick Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LGW land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to New York flight is AED 1,161. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,637. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LGW to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to New York across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometers from the center of New York. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your flight from LGW to New York can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometers from central New York. Following your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LGW to New York flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will save you money.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometers from central New York. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York.
Public transport will take you there in around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to LGA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late LGW to New York flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your ride from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or catch some early booking discounts.
The address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Center.
Best time to go to New York
July is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in December.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LGW to New York around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometers away to the southwest, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometers northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
