CWF
Lake Charles
United States
7,634 km
4,744 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,634 km
4,744 mi / 4,122 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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CWF LGW
Airport Name Chennault International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code CWF LGW
ICAO Code KCWF EGKK
City Lake Charles London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 17 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 30.210000, -93.140000 51.150000, -0.190000

Lake Charles (CWF) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,634 kilometers (4,744 miles / 4,122 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 23:11 in Lake Charles, it's 05:11 in London. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 292° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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