Long-haul5,567km
London to New York Flight Compensation
The world's busiest international route. If your transatlantic flight was delayed or cancelled, you could claim the maximum compensation.
Compensation amount:£520per passenger
Route Information
Flight Details
Distance5,567km
Average flight time7h 30min - 8h 30min
Compensation tierLong-haul (£520)
Daily flights50+
Airlines on This Route
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Important: Direction Matters
London → New York: All airlines must pay compensation (UK261 applies to departing flights)
New York → London: Only EU/UK airlines (BA, Virgin) must pay. US carriers (American, United, Delta) are not required to compensate for inbound flights.
Airports Serving This Route
London Airports
New York Airports
JFK International (JFK)
Primary transatlantic hub
Newark (EWR)
United hub, popular alternative
London-New York Route FAQs
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