BED
Bedford
United States
5,252 km
3,263 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,252 km
3,263 mi / 2,836 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
53°
northeast

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BED LHR
Airport Name Laurence G Hanscom Field London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code BED LHR
ICAO Code KBED EGLL
City Bedford London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 132 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 42.470000, -71.290000 51.470000, -0.460000

Bedford (BED) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED) in Bedford, United States to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 5,252 kilometers (3,263 miles / 2,836 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 13:23 in Bedford, it's 18:23 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Bedford (BED) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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