LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,151 km
3,822 miles
OCW
Washington
United States
Distance
6,151 km
3,822 mi / 3,321 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
286°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW OCW
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Washington-Warren Airport
IATA Code LGW OCW
ICAO Code EGKK KOCW
City London Washington
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 37 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 35.570000, -77.050000

London (LGW) to Washington (OCW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Washington-Warren Airport (OCW) in Washington, United States is 6,151 kilometers (3,822 miles / 3,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 18:51 in London, it's 13:51 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (OCW) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 48° (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 Washington-Warren Airport (OCW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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