LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,990 km
4,343 miles
WAA
Wales
United States
Distance
6,990 km
4,343 mi / 3,774 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/London
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

LGW WAA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Wales Airport
IATA Code LGW WAA
ICAO Code EGKK PAIW
City London Wales
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Anchorage
Elevation 202 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 65.620000, -168.090000

London (LGW) to Wales (WAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Wales Airport (WAA) in Wales, United States is 6,990 kilometers (4,343 miles / 3,774 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 14:05 in London, it's 05:05 in Wales. 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.

The return flight from Wales (WAA) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 8° (north). 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 Wales Airport (WAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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