LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,786 km
4,838 miles
RTN
Raton
United States
Distance
7,786 km
4,838 mi / 4,204 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/London
Heading
304°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW RTN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Raton Municipal/Crews Field
IATA Code LGW RTN
ICAO Code EGKK KRTN
City London Raton
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Denver
Elevation 202 ft 6,352 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 36.740000, -104.500000

London (LGW) to Raton (RTN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) in Raton, United States is 7,786 kilometers (4,838 miles / 4,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 14:33 in London, it's 07:33 in Raton. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,150 feet between the two airports. Raton Municipal/Crews Field sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Raton (RTN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 40° (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 Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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