LKZ
Lakenheath
United Kingdom
7,129 km
4,430 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
7,129 km
4,430 mi / 3,849 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
283°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LKZ TPA
Airport Name RAF Lakenheath Tampa International Airport
IATA Code LKZ TPA
ICAO Code EGUL KTPA
City Lakenheath Tampa
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 32 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 52.410000, 0.560000 27.980000, -82.530000

Lakenheath (LKZ) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) in Lakenheath, United Kingdom to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 7,129 kilometers (4,430 miles / 3,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 10:58 in Lakenheath, it's 05:58 in Tampa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Lakenheath (LKZ) follows a heading of 42° (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 RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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