Is there a direct flight from LON to NYC?

Yes, there are direct flights from LON (LHR) to NYC (JFK).

How long does it take to fly from LON to NYC?

The fastest route from LON to NYC takes approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes.

How long does it take to recover from jetlag on this route?

Based on circadian science, jetlag recovery for the LON to NYC route typically takes 1.0 days with proper light exposure and sleep timing adjustments.

What is the distance from LON to NYC?

The great circle distance from LON (LHR) to NYC (JFK) is approximately 5,541 kilometers (3,443 miles).

LHR → JFK

Direct Available

LON to NYC

United Kingdom to United States

Distance

5,541 km

Fastest

2h 39m

Recovery

~1.0 days

Options

79 routes

Westbound Flight

-5h shift

Westward travel is easier — your body clock moves backward naturally

Best Jetlag Score

2/100

Minimal impact

Tip: Stay awake until local bedtime on arrival. Seek afternoon/evening light to delay your body clock.

Quick Comparison

Best routes for different priorities

Fastest

4h 45m

1 stop via KEF

Easiest Recovery

2/100

~4.0 days recovery

Fewest Stops

1 stop

5h 27m • BA

BA AC

5h 27m•1 stop•

Safe(0.46)

2/ 100

~4.0d recovery

6h 30m•1 stop•

Safe(0.025)

2/ 100

~1.0d recovery

6h 34m•1 stop•

Safe(0.275)

2/ 100

~1.0d recovery

7h 35m•1 stop•

Safe(0.21)

2/ 100

~1.0d recovery

7h 40m•1 stop•

Safe(0.175)

2/ 100

~1.0d recovery

7h 50m•1 stop•

Safe(0.275)

2/ 100

~1.0d recovery

4h 45m•1 stop•

Safe(0.1)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 5m•1 stop•

Safe(0.1)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 5m•1 stop•

Safe(0.46)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 6m•1 stop•

Safe(0.425)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 10m•1 stop•

Safe(0.46)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 20m•1 stop•

Safe(0.06)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 45m•1 stop•

Safe(0.275)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 45m•1 stop•

Safe(0.46)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 49m•1 stop•

Safe(0.46)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

5h 55m•1 stop•

Safe(0.31)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

6h 10m•1 stop•

Safe(0.1)

3/ 100

~3.0d recovery

6h 30m•1 stop•

Safe(0.275)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

6h 41m•1 stop•

Safe(0.025)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

6h 42m•1 stop•

Safe(0.21)

3/ 100

~4.0d recovery

LHR

RDU

JFK

Origin & Destination

Heathrow

LON, United Kingdom

John F Kennedy International

NYC, United States

Route overview

Direct flights available

Direct options

1-stop options

Timezone shift-5h west

Westward travel - easier adjustment

Airlines on Route

BA AC SK N0 AI DL FI EI

Recovery Facilities

LHR

JFK

Ground Transport

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