IWS
Houston
United States
7,798 km
4,845 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,798 km
4,845 mi / 4,210 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
41°
northeast

Airport Comparison

IWS LHR
Airport Name West Houston Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code IWS LHR
ICAO Code KIWS EGLL
City Houston London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 111 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 29.820000, -95.670000 51.470000, -0.460000

Houston (IWS) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from West Houston Airport (IWS) in Houston, United States to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 7,798 kilometers (4,845 miles / 4,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 16:39 in Houston, it's 22:39 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 Houston (IWS) follows a heading of 293° (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 West Houston Airport (IWS) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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