LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,000 km
4,350 miles
UMM
Summit
United States
Distance
7,000 km
4,350 mi / 3,780 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/London
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW UMM
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Summit Airport
IATA Code LGW UMM
ICAO Code EGKK PAST
City London Summit
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Anchorage
Elevation 202 ft 2,409 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 63.330000, -149.130000

London (LGW) to Summit (UMM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Summit Airport (UMM) in Summit, United States is 7,000 kilometers (4,350 miles / 3,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 20:44 in London, it's 11:44 in Summit. With a 9-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 2,207 feet between the two airports. Summit Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Summit (UMM) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 21° (north 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 Summit Airport (UMM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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