LHR
London
United Kingdom
6,309 km
3,920 miles
UGN
Chicago/Waukegan
United States
Distance
6,309 km
3,920 mi / 3,407 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
298°
west northwest

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LHR UGN
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Waukegan Ntl Airport
IATA Code LHR UGN
ICAO Code EGLL KUGN
City London Chicago/Waukegan
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 83 ft 728 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 42.420000, -87.870000

London (LHR) to Chicago/Waukegan (UGN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Waukegan Ntl Airport (UGN) in Chicago/Waukegan, United States is 6,309 kilometers (3,920 miles / 3,407 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 15:30 in London, it's 09:30 in Chicago/Waukegan. With a 6-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 Chicago/Waukegan (UGN) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 48° (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 Waukegan Ntl Airport (UGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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