Can I Fly Between US and UK Right Now?

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Travel Corridor

With the restrictions being eased in the US, fully vaccinated UK travellers can travel to the US without quarantining in November. And US travellers can travel to the UK without quarantine if you're fully vaccinated.

Are you looking for trans-Atlantic flights? You've come to the right place! At Alternative Airlines, we offer flights from over 600 including international airlines in the US and the UK. We also offer 40+ payment methods across more than 160 currencies.

UK Travel Restrictions From the US

In July 2021, the UK government announced that all fully vaccinated travellers from the US and the EU can travel to the UK without quarantining at home or in a hotel. With that being said, travellers from the US and amber EU countries would still be required a pre-departure test prior to departure and complete a PCR test on or before day 2 after arrival.

For more information and the latest update, please visit the UK's Coronavirus (COVID-19) page.

US Travel Restrictions From the UK

The US has had tough travel restrictions throughout the pandemic, but they've now announced that fully vaccinated travellers from the UK can travel to the US without quarantine. However, you'd still need to prove that you're fully vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 before travel and provide contact information upon arrival.

The exemption applies to children who are not eligible for the COVID-19 vaccines.

For more information, please visit the US government website.

Airline Flying Between the UK & US

American Airlines

American Airlines is one of the top 3 carriers in the United States and a member of the oneworld alliance with destinations across the country. You can fly directly between the US and the UK and catch any flights to other domestic destinations within the network or through its codeshare/interline partners.

British Airways

British Airways is the flag carrier of Britain and a member of the oneworld alliance that is based at London Heathrow and offers direct US services from London Heathrow and Manchester Airport to multiple US destinations. The airline has a codeshare agreement with American Airlines, which means you can then fly domestically to the airports they offer.

Delta Airlines

Delta Airlines is one of the biggest carriers in the United States and a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance. It's serving around 200 million passengers per year with services between the UK and the US and codeshare agreements with airlines like Air France-KLM, and Virgin Atlantic.

JetBlue Airways

JetBlue Airways is a low-cost airline in the United States with only a couple of routes between the two countries launched earlier in 2021. Flights are available from Boston to London Heathrow Airport and London Gatwick Airport.

United Airlines

United Airlines is a major airline in the USA and a founding member of the Star Alliance. The airline is based at Chicago O'Hare Airport and offers services to London Heathrow and Edinburgh Airport. It has a subsidiary airline named United Express, operating many domestic routes for the airline.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic is a British airline located at London Gatwick Airport but operates out of London Heathrow Airport and Manchester Airport to and from the US. As it has a codeshare/interline agreement with Delta Airlines, you'll be able to fly to and from smaller domestic destinations within the US.

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FAQs

Can I fly between US and UK without quarantine?

Yes! From November 2021, you'd be able to visit the US and the UK without having to quarantine if you're fully vaccinated.

However, you'd still be required to demonstrate your vaccination prove, negative COVID-19 test result and your contact details.

Can Americans travel to England?

Fully vaccinated Americans can fly to England without the need to quarantine, provided that you can show proof of your vaccinations, a negative COVID test results and complete a PCR test within 2 days after arrival.

Which airline can I book to travel between the US and the UK?

You can fly direct between the UK and the US with American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. Check out our flights from USA to UK guide to find out more.

At Alternative Airlines, we offer flights from over 600 airlines across the global including international airlines and niche domestic airlines in remote location. If you don't wish to fly direct across the Atlantic, you can fly with other airlines on a indirect flight.