LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,216 km
3,862 miles
ROA
Roanoke
United States
Distance
6,216 km
3,862 mi / 3,356 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW ROA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport
IATA Code LGW ROA
ICAO Code EGKK KROA
City London Roanoke
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 1,175 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 37.330000, -79.980000

London (LGW) to Roanoke (ROA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) in Roanoke, United States is 6,216 kilometers (3,862 miles / 3,356 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 18:47 in London, it's 13:47 in Roanoke. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Roanoke (ROA) 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 Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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