What airlines fly from the US to London?

You can fly direct between the UK and the US with American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. Check out our flights from USA to UK guide to find out more.



In 2026, the US-to-London corridor remains the busiest long-haul market in the world, served by a mix of legacy and low-cost carriers. The primary "Big Three" US airlines—Delta, United, and American Airlines—operate extensive daily flights from hubs like JFK, ORD, SFO, and LAX. They are joined by their joint-venture partners, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, which offer the highest frequency of flights into London Heathrow (LHR) and Gatwick (LGW). For budget-conscious travelers in 2026, JetBlue continues its successful transatlantic service from the East Coast using Airbus A321LR aircraft, and Norse Atlantic Airways provides low-cost "point-to-point" service from cities like New York and Miami. Additionally, travelers can find "one-stop" connections through European carriers like Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, and Aer Lingus, as well as premium options on Middle Eastern carriers like Emirates (via Dubai) for those traveling from the West Coast who don't mind a longer route for higher luxury.

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Virgin Atlantic winner. In the competition of British Airways versus Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Atlantic edges out a win. The two airlines implement similar policies and in-flight offerings. However, Virgin Atlantic charges fewer fees, offers a slightly better in-flight experience and has a more-valuable points currency.

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The cheapest day to fly to London is on a Tuesday, saving up to $33.

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Travelers looking for a luxurious experience should consider booking a first class flight on Virgin Atlantic. They'll enjoy premium service from the moment they step into the chauffeured airport ride until takeoff, then can relax in lie-flat seats and onboard social areas.

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Which airline can I book to travel between the US and the UK? You can fly direct between the UK and the US with American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. Check out our flights from USA to UK guide to find out more.

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Records. The fastest time for an airliner on the route is 2 hours 52 minutes and 59 seconds, this was achieved on an eastbound JFK-LHR Concorde service on 7 February 1996. The current fastest subsonic passenger service on the route was achieved by British Airways on 9 February 2020 with a time of 4 hours 56 minutes.

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The fastest time for an airliner on the route is 2 hours 52 minutes and 59 seconds, this was achieved on an eastbound JFK-LHR Concorde service on 7 February 1996. The current fastest subsonic passenger service on the route was achieved by British Airways on 9 February 2020 with a time of 4 hours 56 minutes.

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Headquartered in London, Virgin Atlantic was founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson in 1984, with innovation and customer service at its core. In 2022, it was voted Britain's only Global Five Star Airline by APEX for the sixth year running.

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Delta has been recognized as the best U.S. airline and most reliable airline for 2021 by the consumer website WalletHub. The rankings determined that Delta had the lowest rate of cancellations, delays, mishandled luggage and denied boardings among U.S. carriers.

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Sky offer the broadest range of TV content and on-demand apps of all the pay TV providers in the UK. Virgin Media on the other hand offer better value for money, especially with their pre-made bundles, which makes them an excellent choice for all-round home entertainment.

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Best Time To Book International Flights According to a study conducted by Expedia, data shows that you want to book at least six months in advance for international travel. The study found you'll save an average of 10% by booking six months in advance instead of two months or less.

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