LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,061 km
5,009 miles
RFG
Refugio
United States
Distance
8,061 km
5,009 mi / 4,352 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
294°
west northwest

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LGW RFG
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Rooke Field
IATA Code LGW RFG
ICAO Code EGKK KRFG
City London Refugio
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 202 ft 54 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 28.300000, -97.300000

London (LGW) to Refugio (RFG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Rooke Field (RFG) in Refugio, United States is 8,061 kilometers (5,009 miles / 4,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 21:08 in London, it's 15:08 in Refugio. 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 Refugio (RFG) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 41° (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 Rooke Field (RFG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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