AFF
Colorado Springs
United States
7,612 km
4,730 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,612 km
4,730 mi / 4,110 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Denver
Heading
41°
northeast

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AFF LGW
Airport Name Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code AFF LGW
ICAO Code KAFF EGKK
City Colorado Springs London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Denver Europe/London
Elevation 6,576 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 39.000000, -104.800000 51.150000, -0.190000

Colorado Springs (AFF) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) in Colorado Springs, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,612 kilometers (4,730 miles / 4,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:15 in Colorado Springs, it's 23:15 in London. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,374 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Colorado Springs (AFF) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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