LHR
London
6h 57m direct
BOS
Boston
from £332
Cheapest return fare
10
Airlines on this route
5240 km
Great-circle distance
6h 57m
Typical flight time
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Route summary

Cheap flights from London Heathrow to Boston Logan from £332

Updated 2026-08-05

5240 km great-circle distance, typically flown in 6h 57m with 10 airlines operating direct service from London Heathrow (LHR) to Boston Logan (BOS). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.

About this corridor

Flying from London Heathrow

Heathrow is the UK's main long-haul hub and the airport where full-service carriers concentrate their schedule rather than chase price. Expect five terminals, fast Tube and Elizabeth Line links into central London, and a route map that skews toward business-traveller frequency: more daily slots, fewer fare wars. Short-haul fares from Heathrow tend to run a little higher than Gatwick or Stansted on the same corridor — the trade-off is a wider choice of airline and a more reliable timetable.

Arriving in Boston

Boston Logan sits 5 km northeast of downtown Boston, with the Silver Line bus running directly to South Station in 15 minutes (free for arriving passengers). BA, Virgin Atlantic and JetBlue serve the route. Boston is the closest US East Coast city to the UK by flight time and often the cheapest US route from London — autumn foliage season (October) is the price peak.

All airlines on this route

Who flies LHR to BOS?

Airline IATA Flight time Cabin
British AirwaysBA6h 57mEconomy
Virgin AtlanticVS6h 57mEconomy
American AirlinesAA6h 57mEconomy
UnitedUA6h 57mEconomy
DeltaDL6h 57mEconomy
EmiratesEK6h 57mEconomy
Qatar AirwaysQR6h 57mEconomy
Singapore AirlinesSQ6h 57mEconomy
Air CanadaAC6h 57mEconomy
Cathay PacificCX6h 57mEconomy

10 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.

Frequently Asked Questions

London to Boston FAQs

How long is a flight from London Heathrow to Boston? +

Direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Boston Logan (BOS) take approximately 6h 57m for the 5240 km journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.

Which airlines fly from London Heathrow to Boston? +

10 carriers operate direct service from London Heathrow (LHR) to Boston Logan (BOS): British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United, Delta and 5 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — British Airways typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.

Do I need a visa to visit United States? +

UK passport holders generally do not need a visa for short stays in United States (Schengen-area members allow 90 days in any 180-day window). ETIAS pre-authorisation will apply once live for European destinations. Always check gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-states before booking.

How far is Boston Logan from Boston centre? +

Boston Logan (BOS) is the primary international airport for Boston. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus or taxi, depending on traffic and time of day. Most European hub airports sit 10–25 km from their host city centre. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.

What is a good price for LHR–BOS? +

Anything at £382 or under sits in the cheapest quarter of recent fares on this route. The average return is £406, and the lowest we've tracked recently is £332. Fare data comes from Travelpayouts searches, refreshed on a 30-day cycle.

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