LGW
London
United Kingdom
3,988 km
2,478 miles
YLT
Alert
Canada
Distance
3,988 km
2,478 mi / 2,153 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
349°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW YLT
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Alert Airport
IATA Code LGW YLT
ICAO Code EGKK CYLT
City London Alert
Country United Kingdom Canada
Timezone Europe/London America/Toronto
Elevation 202 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 82.520000, -62.280000

London (LGW) to Alert (YLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Alert Airport (YLT) in Alert, Canada is 3,988 kilometers (2,478 miles / 2,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Canada. 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 14:24 in London, it's 09:24 in Alert. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Alert (YLT) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). 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 Alert Airport (YLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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