How long is the VS153 flight?

The timetable allows 7 h 55 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).

Which terminal does VS153 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 4 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does VS153 have?

Also listed as VIR153 (Virgin Atlantic Airways' ICAO code) and VS 153.

Can I get compensation if VS153 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

VS153 Flight Status Virgin Atlantic Airways: London to New York (VIR153)

VS 153 London to New York Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 24th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

VS 153 Flight Status & Schedule Virgin Atlantic Airways London to New York

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	JFK	16:27	18:59	Landed	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	JFK	17:02	19:35	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	JFK	16:14	18:42	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	JFK	16:19	18:47	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	JFK	16:16	18:50	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	JFK	16:12	18:42	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	JFK	16:31	19:03	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	JFK	16:20	18:59	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	LHR	JFK	16:30	19:02	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	JFK	16:27	18:58	Landed	Track >

Virgin Atlantic Airways flight VS 153 links London and New York, 5,539 km (3,442 mi) apart. With 7 h 55 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 7 h 30 min, it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed on time.

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About VS 153

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK
Distance: 5,539 km (3,442 mi)
Typical flight time: 7 h 30 min
On time: 7 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 28 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £520 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

VS 153 FAQ

How long is the VS153 flight?: The timetable allows 7 h 55 min. London to New York is 5,539 km (3,442 mi).
How often is VS153 late?: 3 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 28 minutes on average.
Which terminal does VS153 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal 4 at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does VS153 have?: Also listed as VIR153 (Virgin Atlantic Airways' ICAO code) and VS 153.
Can I get compensation if VS153 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

VS153 and London LHR to New York JFK Flights

Flight VS153 is code-shared by 4 airlines using the flight numbers AF9923, DL5922, KL2512, SV4818

Other flights departing from London LHR: VS21, EI167, IB718, BA1342

Other flights arriving at New York JFK: AF8, AT200, B61528, YX5814

All flights connecting London LHR to New York JFK.