LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,909 km
3,672 miles
NHK
Patuxent River
United States
Distance
5,909 km
3,672 mi / 3,191 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
288°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW NHK
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport
IATA Code LGW NHK
ICAO Code EGKK KNHK
City London Patuxent River
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 39 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 38.290000, -76.410000

London (LGW) to Patuxent River (NHK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) in Patuxent River, United States is 5,909 kilometers (3,672 miles / 3,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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 23:29 in London, it's 18:29 in Patuxent River. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Patuxent River (NHK) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 50° (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 Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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