AMW
Ames
United States
6,722 km
4,177 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,722 km
4,177 mi / 3,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AMW LGW
Airport Name Ames Municipal Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code AMW LGW
ICAO Code KAMW EGKK
City Ames London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 956 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 41.990000, -93.620000 51.150000, -0.190000

Ames (AMW) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) in Ames, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,722 kilometers (4,177 miles / 3,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:08 in Ames, it's 06:08 in London. 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 London (LGW) to Ames (AMW) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ames Municipal Airport (AMW) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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