HWD
Hayward
United States
8,634 km
5,365 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,634 km
5,365 mi / 4,662 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
33°
north northeast

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HWD LGW
Airport Name Hayward Executive Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code HWD LGW
ICAO Code KHWD EGKK
City Hayward London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/London
Elevation 52 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 37.700000, -122.100000 51.150000, -0.190000

Hayward (HWD) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) in Hayward, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,634 kilometers (5,365 miles / 4,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 16:31 in Hayward, it's 00:31 in London. With a 8-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 Hayward (HWD) follows a heading of 317° (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 Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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