LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,363 km
5,196 miles
XSD
Tonopah
United States
Distance
8,363 km
5,196 mi / 4,516 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW XSD
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Tonopah Test Range
IATA Code LGW XSD
ICAO Code EGKK KTNX
City London Tonopah
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 202 ft 5,550 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 37.800000, -116.800000

London (LGW) to Tonopah (XSD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Tonopah Test Range (XSD) in Tonopah, United States is 8,363 kilometers (5,196 miles / 4,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 20:17 in London, it's 12:17 in Tonopah. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,348 feet between the two airports. Tonopah Test Range sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tonopah (XSD) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 35° (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 Tonopah Test Range (XSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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