LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,478 km
4,025 miles
RDR
Grand Forks
United States
Distance
6,478 km
4,025 mi / 3,498 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW RDR
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Grand Forks Afb Airport
IATA Code LGW RDR
ICAO Code EGKK KRDR
City London Grand Forks
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 202 ft 911 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 48.000000, -97.400000

London (LGW) to Grand Forks (RDR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Grand Forks Afb Airport (RDR) in Grand Forks, United States is 6,478 kilometers (4,025 miles / 3,498 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 17:43 in London, it's 11:43 in Grand Forks. 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 Grand Forks (RDR) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 47° (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 Grand Forks Afb Airport (RDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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