Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Gatwick Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Gatwick Airport for around $562 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Gatwick Airport from New York for as low as $507 on momondo.

Question 2

How many flights depart from New York to London Gatwick Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between New York and London Gatwick Airport is 5 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from New York to London Gatwick Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $540. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to London Gatwick Airport on Saturday is $602.

Question 5

How long does it take to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

On average, it takes 6h 55m to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into London Heathrow Airport (the most popular airport in London Gatwick Airport). If you’re flying out of New York and into London Heathrow Airport, then the flight time is around 8h 10m.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to London flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Norse Atlantic Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 24% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to London Gatwick?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the most popular carriers operating from New York to London Gatwick

Question 9

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Boston (BOS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on New York to London Gatwick flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to London Gatwick flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

What airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK, British Airways and Icelandair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport from New York according to our data. Norse Atlantic UK is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to London Gatwick Airport. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 12

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik (KEF) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 36m.

Question 13

Can stopping save me money on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to London Gatwick Airport.

Question 14

How have New York to London Gatwick Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for New York to London Gatwick Airport flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 15

How often are flights from New York to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 30% of flights between New York and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 172 minutes.

Question 16

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 23m.

Question 17

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik (KEF) was the most common stop: 64% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 18

What is the cheapest New York to London Gatwick flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to London Gatwick for the best New York - London Gatwick flight prices

Question 19

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flying to London Gatwick Airport from New York in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $503 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to London Gatwick Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $640 per ticket.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $429. If you are unable to visit London Gatwick Airport during the month of February, then departing from New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $458.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport refresh daily.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to London Gatwick Airport.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to London Gatwick Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can stopping save me money on New York to London Gatwick Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to London Gatwick Airport.

How have New York to London Gatwick Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York to London Gatwick Airport flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to London Gatwick?

Norse Atlantic UK and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the most popular carriers operating from New York to London Gatwick

What airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

How often are flights from New York to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 30% of flights between New York and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 172 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to London flights?

According to our data, Norse Atlantic Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 24% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and London Gatwick Airport?

Reykjavik (KEF) was the most common stop: 64% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Flights via Boston (BOS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 23m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to London Gatwick Airport?

Reykjavik (KEF) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 36m.

How many flights depart from New York to London Gatwick Airport on average per week?

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