LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,511 km
5,289 miles
LUF
Glendale
United States
Distance
8,511 km
5,289 mi / 4,596 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/London
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW LUF
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Luke Afb Airport
IATA Code LGW LUF
ICAO Code EGKK KLUF
City London Glendale
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Phoenix
Elevation 202 ft 1,084 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 33.530000, -112.380000

London (LGW) to Glendale (LUF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Luke Afb Airport (LUF) in Glendale, United States is 8,511 kilometers (5,289 miles / 4,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:44 in London, it's 09:44 in Glendale. With a 7-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 Glendale (LUF) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Luke Afb Airport (LUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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