LHR
London
United Kingdom
281 km
175 miles
PLH
Plymouth
United Kingdom
Distance
281 km
175 mi / 152 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
247°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

LHR PLH
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Plymouth City Airport
IATA Code LHR PLH
ICAO Code EGLL EGHD
City London Plymouth
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 83 ft 476 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 50.420000, -4.110000

London (LHR) to Plymouth (PLH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Plymouth City Airport (PLH) in Plymouth, United Kingdom is 281 kilometers (175 miles / 152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 12:22 in London, it's 12:22 in Plymouth.

The return flight from Plymouth (PLH) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Plymouth City Airport (PLH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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