London to USA Flights
London is the UK's transatlantic gateway, with Heathrow and Gatwick between them offering more direct routes to the USA than any other UK airport. Whichever US city you're flying to, London almost always has the widest choice of airlines and departure times.
London to New York Flights
The single busiest UK to USA route. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United, Delta and Norse Atlantic all fly direct from London Heathrow or Gatwick to New York JFK, Newark or LaGuardia, taking approximately 7 to 8 hours. It suits business travellers, city-break couples and first-time USA visitors alike, and is usually the cheapest and most frequent transatlantic route from the UK.
Compare Flights to New YorkLondon to Orlando Flights
The UK's favourite family holiday route. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and TUI fly direct from London to Orlando International Airport (MCO), taking approximately 9 hours, for Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld.
Compare Flights to OrlandoLondon to Los Angeles Flights
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and United operate direct London Heathrow to Los Angeles (LAX) flights, taking approximately 10 to 11 hours — the gateway to Hollywood, Southern California and a wider West Coast road trip.
Compare Flights to Los AngelesLondon to Miami Flights
Direct flights from London to Miami take approximately 9 to 9.5 hours with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines — a strong choice for beach holidays, cruise departures and Caribbean extensions.
Compare Flights to MiamiLondon to Boston Flights
One of the shortest UK to USA flight times at approximately 7 to 7.5 hours, operated by British Airways and American Airlines direct from London, with Aer Lingus offering a connecting option via Dublin — ideal for history-focused city breaks.
Compare Flights to BostonLondon to Chicago Flights
British Airways, American Airlines and United fly direct from London to Chicago O'Hare, taking approximately 8 to 9 hours — a lower-cost alternative to New York for a big-city USA break.
Compare Flights to ChicagoLondon to San Francisco Flights
Direct flights from London to San Francisco take approximately 10.5 to 11 hours, operated by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and United — a natural extension for a Northern California or Napa Valley trip.
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British Airways, United and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from London to Washington Dulles (IAD), taking approximately 8 hours — a strong choice for history and museum-focused trips, many of which are free to enter.
Compare Flights to Washington DCLondon to Las Vegas Flights
Direct flights from London to Las Vegas take approximately 10 to 11 hours with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, useful as a base for Grand Canyon and Southwest national park day trips as well as Strip entertainment.
Compare Flights to Las VegasLondon to Atlanta Flights
Atlanta is served from London mainly via connecting itineraries through Delta's network, taking approximately 10 to 12 hours total, and is a practical option for business travel and onward connections across the southern USA.
Get an Atlanta Flight QuoteLondon to Dallas Flights
American Airlines operates direct London Heathrow to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) flights, taking approximately 10 hours — Dallas is also a major connecting hub for onward travel across Texas and the wider southern USA.
Compare Flights to DallasLondon to Houston Flights
British Airways and United fly direct from London Heathrow to Houston (IAH), taking approximately 9 to 10 hours — a growing route for business travel and visiting-friends-and-relatives trips.
Compare Flights to HoustonLondon to Texas Flights
Texas is reachable direct from London via either Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) or Houston (IAH), both around 9 to 10 hours, giving you two practical gateway choices depending on which part of Texas you're heading to.
Compare Flights to TexasLondon to Seattle Flights
Seattle is served from London both directly on select schedules and via one-stop connections, with a total journey time of approximately 10 to 12 hours — a good option for Pacific Northwest nature trips.
Get a Seattle Flight QuoteManchester to USA Flights
Manchester is the UK's strongest regional gateway to the USA, giving northern UK travellers a direct alternative to London for two of the most popular routes.
Manchester to New York Flights
Direct, ~7h 45mVirgin Atlantic and Delta both operate direct Manchester to New York JFK flights, making it one of the most convenient routes for travellers across the North of England without connecting through London.
Compare Flights to New YorkManchester to Orlando Flights
Direct (seasonal), ~9hTUI operates seasonal direct flights from Manchester to Orlando, a popular choice for northern UK families heading to Walt Disney World during school holiday periods.
Compare Flights to OrlandoManchester to Miami / Los Angeles / Las Vegas
Connecting, via London or a US hubThese routes are typically flown via a connection through London Heathrow or a US hub airport — TripNext compares both routing options against the total journey time and fare.
Get a Manchester Flight QuoteFlights from Edinburgh, Birmingham & Glasgow to the USA
Edinburgh to New York
American Airlines and Delta operate seasonal direct flights from Edinburgh to New York JFK, giving Scottish travellers a non-stop option without routing through London.
Birmingham to New York & Orlando
Birmingham has seasonal direct flights to New York and Orlando with carriers including American Airlines and TUI, alongside year-round connecting options via London or European hubs.
Glasgow to the USA
Glasgow travellers typically connect via London Heathrow or Dublin, since Glasgow currently has limited or no year-round direct US routes.
Most Popular UK to USA Flight Routes Compared
| Route | Approx. Flight Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| London → New York | ~7h 30m | Business & leisure |
| London → Orlando | ~9h | Family holidays |
| London → Miami | ~9h 15m | Beach & cruise |
| London → Los Angeles | ~10h 30m | Leisure & business |
| London → Boston | ~7h | Business & leisure |
| London → Chicago | ~8h 30m | Business & VFR |
| London → Washington DC | ~8h | History & museums |
| London → Las Vegas | ~10h 15m | Entertainment & groups |
| London → Houston | ~9h 30m | Business & VFR |
| London → Dallas | ~10h | Business & Texas travel |
| Manchester → New York | ~7h 45m | Leisure & VFR |
Flight times are indicative for nonstop services and vary by aircraft, wind and operating conditions. Return (eastbound) flights are typically 1–1.5 hours shorter thanks to jetstream tailwinds.
How to Find Cheap Flights from UK to USA
See our full cheap flights to USA guide for a deeper breakdown — the core principles are below.
Book in advance
8–12 weeks ahead for off-peak travel; 3–6 months ahead for Thanksgiving, Christmas and summer school holidays.
Stay flexible with dates
Tuesday and Wednesday departures are typically 15–25% cheaper than Friday or Sunday flights on the same route.
Compare London airports
Heathrow and Gatwick often price differently for the same route and dates — always check both before booking.
Manchester vs London
Manchester can undercut London on specific New York and Orlando dates — compare both if you're near either airport.
Direct vs connecting
A connecting flight via Dublin (Aer Lingus) or a European hub can sometimes beat a direct London fare, at the cost of a longer journey.
One-way vs return
Pricing both options separately, especially for multi-city trips, can reveal savings a simple return search misses.
Check baggage-inclusive prices
A cheaper headline fare without checked baggage can cost more once bags are added — always compare the full price.
Travel in shoulder season
January–March and September–November are consistently the cheapest windows across almost every UK to USA route.
Airlines Flying from the UK to USA
See our full best airlines UK to USA guide for a detailed comparison. In short:
- British Airways — the most direct UK to USA routes of any airline, flying from London Heathrow to over 10 US cities.
- Virgin Atlantic — strong network from London and Manchester, highly rated Upper Class business cabin.
- American Airlines — extensive onward US domestic network from its Dallas, Chicago and Philadelphia hubs.
- United Airlines — direct flights from London to Newark, Chicago and Houston, with a large onward network.
- Delta Air Lines — direct Manchester to New York route, highly rated Delta One business class.
- Norse Atlantic Airways — budget-focused direct flights from London Gatwick.
- Aer Lingus — connecting via Dublin, with US immigration pre-clearance included.
Direct Flights from UK to USA
Direct (nonstop) flights are available from the UK to most major US gateway cities, almost entirely from London and, for two key routes, Manchester:
| UK Airport | Direct US Destinations |
|---|---|
| London Heathrow | New York, Orlando, Los Angeles, Miami, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Washington DC, Las Vegas, Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia, Seattle |
| London Gatwick | New York, Orlando, Los Angeles |
| Manchester | New York, Orlando (seasonal) |
| Edinburgh | New York (seasonal) |
| Birmingham | New York, Orlando (seasonal) |
Route availability changes seasonally. Call +44 7478 061159 for the latest confirmed direct routes and fares for your specific dates.