LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,731 km
3,561 miles
RDG
Reading
United States
Distance
5,731 km
3,561 mi / 3,095 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
289°
west northwest

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LGW RDG
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Reading Regional/Carl A Spaatz Field
IATA Code LGW RDG
ICAO Code EGKK KRDG
City London Reading
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 343 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 40.380000, -75.970000

London (LGW) to Reading (RDG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Reading Regional/Carl A Spaatz Field (RDG) in Reading, United States is 5,731 kilometers (3,561 miles / 3,095 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 04:08 in London, it's 23:08 in Reading. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Reading (RDG) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 51° (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 Reading Regional/Carl A Spaatz Field (RDG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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