British Airways Avios Points Required for London to New York Flights

Planning to fly from London to New York using British Airways Avios points? This comprehensive guide shows you exactly how many Avios you need for all cabin classes, including current taxes and charges for 2025. Whether you're looking to book Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class, we've got the complete breakdown of peak and off-peak Avios pricing to help you plan your award travel.

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Economy

25,000 Avios
from £50 taxes
Off-peak one-way

Premium Economy

42,500 Avios
from £152.5 taxes
Off-peak one-way

Business (Club World)

80,000 Avios
from £187.5 taxes
Off-peak one-way

First Class

68,000 Avios
from £187.5 taxes
Off-peak one-way

Complete Avios Pricing Table for London to New York

Current 2025 Avios requirements and taxes - One-way prices from London to New York (JFK)

Cabin Class Off-Peak Avios Off-Peak Taxes Peak Avios Peak Taxes
Economy
World Traveller
25,000 £50 30,000 £50
Premium Economy
World Traveller Plus
42,500 £152.5 60,000 £152.5
Business Class
Club World
80,000 £187.5 90,000 £187.5
First Class
Club Suite First
68,000 £187.5 80,000 £187.5

Note: Prices shown are one-way. Double these amounts for return flights. Taxes and charges are per person and may vary slightly.

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Peak vs Off-Peak Dates for London to New York

Off-Peak Dates
Generally mid-January to mid-March, mid-April to mid-May, September to mid-November
Peak Dates
School holidays, Christmas, Easter, summer months (June-August)

Best Strategies for Booking London to New York with Avios

Book 355 Days in Advance
BA releases reward seats 355 days before departure
Use Companion Vouchers
2-4-1 vouchers work with all cabin classes including First
Flexible Dates
Check multiple departure dates for better availability

Frequently Asked Questions - London to New York Avios Flights

How many Avios do I need for a return flight to New York?

For Economy class, you'll need 50,000 Avios off-peak or 60,000 Avios peak, plus £100-£100 in taxes. For First Class, you'll need 136,000 Avios off-peak or 160,000 Avios peak.

Can I use my companion voucher for New York?

Yes! British Airways 2-4-1 companion vouchers work on all routes including London to New York. You can use them in all cabin classes, including First Class.

When is the best time to book award flights to New York?

Book exactly 355 days in advance when BA releases new award inventory. For New York, off-peak dates typically offer the best value and availability. Check multiple dates around your preferred travel period.

Are there any additional fees for booking online?

No booking fees apply when redeeming Avios online through ba.com. The taxes and charges shown above are the only additional costs beyond your Avios.