LHR
London
United Kingdom
8,551 km
5,313 miles
MER
Atwater
United States
Distance
8,551 km
5,313 mi / 4,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LHR MER
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Castle Airport
IATA Code LHR MER
ICAO Code EGLL KMER
City London Atwater
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 83 ft 190 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 37.400000, -120.600000

London (LHR) to Atwater (MER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Castle Airport (MER) in Atwater, United States is 8,551 kilometers (5,313 miles / 4,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 16:52 in London, it's 08:52 in Atwater. 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 Atwater (MER) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 34° (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 Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Castle Airport (MER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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