LAF
Lafayette
United States
6,402 km
3,978 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,402 km
3,978 mi / 3,457 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

LAF LHR
Airport Name Purdue University Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code LAF LHR
ICAO Code KLAF EGLL
City Lafayette London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 606 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 40.410000, -86.940000 51.470000, -0.460000

Lafayette (LAF) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Purdue University Airport (LAF) in Lafayette, United States to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 6,402 kilometers (3,978 miles / 3,457 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 10:08 in Lafayette, it's 15:08 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Lafayette (LAF) follows a heading of 296° (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 Purdue University Airport (LAF) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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