LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,798 km
4,845 miles
SHN
Shelton
United States
Distance
7,798 km
4,845 mi / 4,210 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
323°
northwest

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LGW SHN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Sanderson Field
IATA Code LGW SHN
ICAO Code EGKK KSHN
City London Shelton
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 202 ft 273 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 47.230000, -123.150000

London (LGW) to Shelton (SHN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sanderson Field (SHN) in Shelton, United States is 7,798 kilometers (4,845 miles / 4,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 19:47 in London, it's 11:47 in Shelton. With a 8-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 Shelton (SHN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 34° (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 Sanderson Field (SHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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