London to New York Business Class Flights

London Heathrow to New York JFK is one of the most competitive business class routes in the world. Up to 30 daily departures serve this transatlantic corridor, with five carriers offering lie-flat seats. The flight covers 5,540 km in approximately 8 hours westbound and 7 hours eastbound. Heavy competition keeps prices well below comparable long-haul routes, with error fares occasionally dipping below €1,000. The route operates year-round with high load factors, particularly during summer and the December holiday period.

Airlines on this route

• British Airways — Club World suite with door, 1-2-1 layout on A380 and 777.
• American Airlines — Flagship Business, reverse herringbone on 777-300ER.
• Virgin Atlantic — Upper Class Suite, 1-2-1 on A330-900neo.
• Delta — Delta One Suite with sliding door on A330-900neo.
• JetBlue — Mint Suite with sliding door on A321LR, 1-1 layout in front rows.

Best time to book

The cheapest fares appear January through March and in November, outside peak holiday periods. Booking 3–6 months in advance typically yields the best availability. Ex-EU positioning fares via London can drop to €1,400–€1,800 round trip. Monitor flash sales from all five carriers, as competition frequently triggers price matching.

What to expect

All five airlines offer fully lie-flat seats on this route. Meal service includes multi-course dining with wine pairings. Wi-Fi is available on most aircraft. Terminal facilities at LHR include lounges from BA (Galleries Club), Virgin (Clubhouse), and third-party options. At JFK, carriers operate from terminals 1, 4, 7, and 8, each with dedicated business class lounges.

At the destination

New York offers an enormous range of experiences across its five boroughs, from Manhattan’s world-class museums — the Met, MoMA, and the Guggenheim — to Brooklyn’s thriving food and arts scene in neighbourhoods like Williamsburg and DUMBO. Broadway’s Theatre District hosts dozens of productions nightly, while dining ranges from Michelin-starred restaurants to iconic dollar-slice pizza joints. Day trips to the Hudson Valley, the Hamptons, or the Jersey Shore are easily accessible by train or car within one to two hours.

Connecting flights from New York

New York JFK is a major hub for onward business class travel across the Americas and Caribbean. Delta operates lie-flat service to Miami, Los Angeles, and Chicago O’Hare, while JetBlue Mint covers transcontinental routes to LA and San Francisco as well as Caribbean destinations like St. Lucia and Barbados. American Airlines connects to Dallas, Miami, and Latin American capitals, and seasonal premium routes serve the US Virgin Islands and Cancún.

FAQ

How much does business class cost from London to New York?

Average round-trip business class fares from London to New York range from €3,500 to €5,500. The best deals, typically found during sales or via ex-EU fares, can drop to €1,400–€1,800. JetBlue Mint often prices below legacy carriers at €2,000–€3,000.

Which airline has the best business class from London to New York?

Virgin Atlantic Upper Class and Delta One Suite are frequently rated highest for their private suites with doors. British Airways’ refurbished Club Suite also competes strongly. JetBlue Mint offers the best value with a private suite at a lower price point.

Are there direct business class flights from London to New York?

Yes. All five carriers — British Airways, American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and JetBlue — operate nonstop flights between London Heathrow and New York JFK daily. British Airways also serves Newark (EWR) with nonstop business class flights.