LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,005 km
4,353 miles
MKC
Kansas City
United States
Distance
7,005 km
4,353 mi / 3,782 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
300°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW MKC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport
IATA Code LGW MKC
ICAO Code EGKK KMKC
City London Kansas City
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 202 ft 757 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 39.120000, -94.590000

London (LGW) to Kansas City (MKC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in Kansas City, United States is 7,005 kilometers (4,353 miles / 3,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 11:22 in London, it's 05:22 in Kansas City. 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 Kansas City (MKC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 45° (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 Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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