FCM
Minneapolis
United States
6,501 km
4,039 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,501 km
4,039 mi / 3,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

FCM LGW
Airport Name Flying Cloud Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code FCM LGW
ICAO Code KFCM EGKK
City Minneapolis London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 906 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 44.800000, -93.500000 51.150000, -0.190000

Minneapolis (FCM) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in Minneapolis, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,501 kilometers (4,039 miles / 3,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 15:38 in Minneapolis, it's 21:38 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 Minneapolis (FCM) follows a heading of 304° (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 Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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