IDP
Independence
United States
7,200 km
4,474 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,200 km
4,474 mi / 3,888 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
43°
northeast

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IDP LHR
Airport Name Independence Municipal Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code IDP LHR
ICAO Code KIDP EGLL
City Independence London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 825 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 37.160000, -95.780000 51.470000, -0.460000

Independence (IDP) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Independence Municipal Airport (IDP) in Independence, United States to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 7,200 kilometers (4,474 miles / 3,888 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 09:09 in Independence, it's 15:09 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 (LHR) to Independence (IDP) follows a heading of 299° (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 Independence Municipal Airport (IDP) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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